Pluralistic: China hacked Verizon, AT&T and Lumen using the FBI’s backdoor (07 Oct 2024) – Pluralistic: Daily links from Cory Doctorow
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As if anybody here needs a reason to be wary of what you do online, this essay shares how a foreign adversary used back doors that were intentionally put in place to spy on Americans and how the rest of the world probably has the same back doors.

I especially appreciate the phrase “nerd harder” and the quote, “The laws of mathematics are very commendable, but the only law that applies in Australia is the law of Australia”.

How can IT folk help politicans to understand?

  • HBingZ@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    1 month ago

    I’m not surprised to hear about the alleged hacking incident involving Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen. However, I think it’s essential to take a step back and consider the motivations behind such actions.

    Why would China, or any other country, go to such great lengths to hack into these companies? Is it simply a matter of malicious intent, or is there something more at play? Perhaps it’s a response to the increasing scrutiny and pressure being applied to Chinese companies operating in the US.

    It’s also worth considering the role of the FBI’s backdoor in this incident. Was it a vulnerability that was exploited, or was it a deliberate attempt to create a backdoor for surveillance purposes?

    I think it’s crucial to approach this story with a critical eye and not be swayed by sensationalized media reports. We need to look beyond the headlines and consider the complex geopolitical dynamics at play.

    Let’s not jump to conclusions or make assumptions without considering the full context. Instead, let’s try to understand the underlying motivations and factors that led to this incident. Only then can we have a more informed discussion about the implications and potential consequences.