Last updated: January 6, 2025 at 05:44 AM
Hack
- Reddit comments discussed various hacking incidents involving BeyondTrust, a cybersecurity firm, and U.S. Treasury workstations.
- Users talked about implications of hacks on the U.S. Presidential election, mentioning suspicions about Trump and Elon Musk potentially hacking the elections.
- Comments discussed a potential hack into a Russian state media's servers by the Ukrainian-linked hacker group "sudo rm -RF".
- Users shared opinions on the vulnerabilities of Social Security Numbers in regard to hacking incidents.
- There were comments about a FoxNews website hack and suggestions for more hacking to grief Russia.
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Social Security Numbers
Pros:
- Some users recommend monitoring credit reports and placing freezes on credit accounts.
- Suggestions include managing passwords, using two-factor authentication, and avoiding using the same login information for different services.
Cons:
- Users express frustration with the continued use of SSNs as identification.
- Lack of trust in the security of personal information, especially in light of frequent hacks involving SSNs.
BeyondTrust
Pros:
- One user appreciates the exploit by a hacker group through BeyondTrust and highlights the implications for IT security.
Cons:
- Concerns raised about the vulnerabilities found in IT systems accessed through BeyondTrust, emphasizing the importance of securing such platforms to prevent further breaches.
Election Hacks
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Cons:
- Concerns are expressed about the potential impact of hacked elections on democracy and the need for action to address any fraudulent activities.
- Users suggest the urgency for investigating election fraud and the need for recounts to verify election outcomes.
Russian State Media Hack
Pros:
- Users share humorous comments about the potential aftermath of the Russian state media hack, including the idea of posting a humorous photo on the hacked website.
- Some users appreciate the name "sudo rm -RF" of the Ukrainian-linked hacker group behind the attack.
Cons:
- Concerns raised about vulnerabilities in Russia's reliance on hackable technologies and the potential threats posed by such cyber attacks.
Delivery Driver Misadventures
Pros:
- Anecdotes shared about customers asking pizza delivery drivers to provide rides and instances of drivers refusing due to insurance liabilities.
Cons:
- Stories of customers insisting on getting rides from delivery drivers despite legal constraints, highlighting potential risks for both parties involved.