Real-time monitoring and notification system for website status and defacement
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In contemporary digital enterprises, the uninterrupted functionality of a website is pivotal. Disruptions, whether due to operational failures or targeted cyber-attacks such as web defacement, can inflict substantial direct and indirect ramifications. This study underscores the paramount importance of monitoring and instantaneous notification mechanisms, which are as crucial as preventive measures against such adversities. Traditional monitoring systems in data centers face limitations. Because the monitoring system won't function as well if there is an issue with the data center's communication system. This research advocates for the utilization of cloud-based technologies to implement remote monitoring solutions. The system proposed herein is notable for its cost-effectiveness, being free to use. It focuses on the development and deployment of a monitoring and alert mechanism. This system diligently checks the HTTP status codes to ascertain service availability and employs hashing techniques to detect instances of web defacement. The efficacy of the system is demonstrated by its ability to seamlessly relay notification messages through diverse channels, including the LINE application and email, ensuring robust data logging capabilities. The system has proven its merit by maintaining a 100% success rate in sending alerts in scenarios where the website either fails to render services or falls victim to web defacement.
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