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A '''website defacement''' is an attack on a website that changes the visual appearance of the site or a webpage. These are typically the work of [[hacker (computer security)|system cracker]]s, who break into a [[web server]] and replace the hosted [[website]] with one of their own. |
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The most common method of defacement is using [[SQL Injections]] to log on to administrator accounts. Defacements usually consist of an entire page. This page usually includes the defacer's [[pseudonym]] or "Hacking Codename." Sometimes, the Website Defacer makes fun of the [[system administrator]] for failing to maintain server [[computer security|security]]. Most times, the defacement is harmless, however, it can sometimes be used as a distraction to cover up more sinister actions such as uploading [[malware]] or deleting essential files from the server. |
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A high-profile website defacement was carried out on the website of the company [[SCO Group]] following its assertion that Linux contained stolen code. The title of the page was changed from "[[Red Hat v. SCO]]" to "SCO vs World," with various satirical content following.<ref>[http://www.linux.com/feature/40561 Linux news documenting SCO defacement]</ref> |
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