Karnataka police have launched an investigation into the recent hacking of the Kaveri 2.0 software, a crucial platform for property transactions and registrations in the state. The cyber attack caused significant disruptions in the property registration process, prompting authorities to act swiftly. An FIR has been filed under the Information Technology Act following a complaint by KA Dayanand, the Inspector General of Registration and Commissioner of Stamps.
The hacking incident, which occurred last month, involved unidentified attackers who gained unauthorized access to the portal, created fake accounts, and attempted to extract sensitive information. The attack led to severe server issues, halting property registration work across sub-registrar offices in the state. During the incident, the system faced an unprecedented surge in requests, with over 620,000 malicious attempts recorded in just two hours, eight times the usual volume.
Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda stressed the seriousness of the attack and assured that a thorough investigation is underway. He promised stringent legal action if the perpetrators are found to have intentionally disrupted the registration process. Additionally, Gowda announced plans for an independent security audit of the department’s IT systems to prevent future attacks and strengthen its cybersecurity infrastructure.
Despite the challenges faced by the public and government officials due to the disruption, the Kaveri 2.0 system has now been restored to normal functioning.
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