Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — Bank Indonesia (BI) faced a cybersecurity breach early on Tuesday morning, January 21, 2025, as its official YouTube channel was hacked. The compromised account displayed a video related to Bitcoin, with its emblem altered from BI’s official logo to a red background featuring three vertical bars.
Ramdan Denny Prakoso, Head of the Communication Department at Bank Indonesia, confirmed the incident and assured the public that immediate action was taken to regain control of the channel.
“This morning, January 21, 2025, Bank Indonesia’s YouTube channel was accessed without authorization by an irresponsible party. We have since suspended and regained control of the account. The channel is now restored and once again provides official Bank Indonesia information,” Denny stated in a press release to CNBC Indonesia.
Swift Action Restores Normalcy
By 8:59 AM WIB, the YouTube channel had returned to its regular state, resuming its role as a platform for disseminating official information from the central bank. BI emphasized its commitment to maintaining high-quality services across all communication channels, including YouTube.
“The Bank Indonesia YouTube channel is now fully operational and continues to deliver official information from the institution,” Denny reiterated.
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Rising Cybersecurity Concerns
This incident underscores the increasing threats organizations face in safeguarding their digital platforms. With the growing reliance on online communication channels, institutions like Bank Indonesia are tasked with not only maintaining transparency but also ensuring the security of their digital assets.
BI’s swift response serves as a reminder of the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect against similar breaches in the future.
(Becky)
