On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, a significant data breach occurred at the NSW Online Registry Website (ORW), compromising approximately 9,000 sensitive court files.
The breach, which affected the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), has prompted an immediate investigation by cybercrime detectives under the newly formed Strike Force Pardey.
Scope of the Breach
The data breach involved the unauthorized download of sensitive court documents, including apprehended violence orders and affidavits.
The NSW Online Registry Website, a secure online platform providing access to information for both civil and criminal cases across the NSW court system, was the target of this cyber attack.
The full extent of the breach is still under investigation, with authorities working to determine the exact nature of the compromised data.
Investigative Response
Strike Force Pardey
In response to the breach, the State Crime Command’s Cybercrime Squad has launched Strike Force Pardey to lead the investigation.
This specialized task force is collaborating closely with the Department of Communities and Justice to contain the breach and assess its impact.
The investigation employs various cybercrime investigation tools and techniques to gather evidence and identify the perpetrators.
Digital Forensics and Network Analysis
Investigators are likely utilizing digital forensics software such as EnCase, FTK, or Autopsy to recover and analyze the compromised data.
Network analysis tools like Wireshark and Snort may also be employed to monitor network traffic and detect any ongoing suspicious activities.
These tools will play a crucial role in reconstructing the timeline of the attack and identifying the methods used by the threat actors.
Mitigation and Public Response
The Department of Communities and Justice has implemented mitigation strategies to contain the breach and prevent further unauthorized access.
As of now, no data has been made public as a result of the incident.
The NSW Attorney-General, Michael Daley, has been informed of the situation and has assured the public that the government is taking the incident seriously.
Authorities are working to identify and contact affected individuals whose information may have been compromised in the breach.
In the meantime, anyone who suspects their details may have been affected is urged to report their concerns through ReportCyber.
This incident highlights the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures in protecting sensitive legal information.
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