AT&T’s Peculiar Response to a cyber security Breach: A Video Proof of Deleted Data
In a bizarre turn of events, AT&T reportedly paid a hacker—or perhaps a group of hackers—over $300,000, claiming they wanted to ensure the deletion of stolen data. The hacker even showcased a video as evidence that the sensitive information had indeed been wiped clean. The situation raises several eyebrows.
Is this genuine? It seems hard to believe that a mere video could serve as absolute assurance of data deletion. Wouldn’t this payment set a precedent for future breaches, encouraging hackers to target the telecom giant again, confident that they could receive a lucrative payout?
In a recent exploration of the incident, WIRED reviewed the video presented by the hacker as confirmation that they had erased the data stolen from AT&T. Strangely enough, AT&T has remained tight-lipped and did not respond to WIRED’s inquiry regarding the matter.
This incident underscores the ongoing challenges businesses face in protecting sensitive information and the lengths they might go to in order to secure their data integrity. As companies navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity, the question remains: does paying off hackers really solve the problem, or does it merely open the door to further exploitation?
For more detailed coverage on this unfolding story, be sure to check out the original article on WIRED.
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