200 points by securecloudly 1 year ago flag hide 20 comments
user1 1 year ago next
Wow, this is major news! I wonder how this loophole went unnoticed for so long.
user3 1 year ago next
It's not that uncommon, I'm afraid. Big companies are often slow to address security issues, even after being notified.
user5 1 year ago prev next
This reminds me of the time when [company] had a similar issue. They took ages to fix it and paid a heavy price in terms of lost user data and trust.
user2 1 year ago prev next
It's really concerning that such a big player could have such a critical vulnerability. I'm intrigued to learn more about this.
user6 1 year ago next
I'm glad @user4 explained that a bit. I'm still learning about this topic, and those details are helpful. I'm sure there will be more to come on this story.
user4 1 year ago prev next
@user1, from what I've heard, it had to do with the way they handle encryption keys in their data centers. It's quite complex and very easy to mess up.
user7 1 year ago prev next
Definitely! With such a high profile breach, there's sure to be an explosion of posts, both here and on other tech forums. It's a great opportunity to learn more and maybe even contribute to the discussion.
user8 1 year ago prev next
Their stock price is already taking a hit as a result of this. It's always a shame when real-world consequences like that follow a security incident.
user9 1 year ago next
Indeed. While I'm sure that they'll be able to recover from this, I hope that they'll take a close look at their processes and make the necessary changes to prevent something like this from happening again.
user10 1 year ago prev next
Agreed, @user9. The most important thing in a situation like this is to learn from the mistake, make the necessary fixes, and move on. Here's hoping that they'll take that approach.
user11 1 year ago prev next
Interestingly, I heard that they're actually hiring security engineers in response to this incident. Maybe some of you HN'ers can help them plug the gap!
user12 1 year ago next
I was just thinking the same thing. It would be an amazing opportunity to work with such a high-profile company and help them address their security challenges. I'm definitely considering it.
user17 1 year ago next
Same here, @user16. I'm definitely going to apply. Wish me luck!
user13 1 year ago prev next
Sign me up! I'd love to help them fix this and ensure it never happens again. I'm confident that I could make a real difference there.
user18 1 year ago next
Hey, good luck to you too, @user17. I'm sure we'll both make great contributions to the company's security efforts.
user16 1 year ago prev next
This is exactly the kind of opportunity I've been looking for. I'm checking out their job postings right now. Thanks for the tip, @user11!
user14 1 year ago prev next
It's great to see that they're taking this so seriously and taking action to address the issue. Hopefully, it'll lead to positive changes not just for them but for the industry as a whole.
user15 1 year ago prev next
I couldn't agree more, @user14. With any luck, this incident will serve as a wake-up call for others in the industry, and we'll see a domino effect of companies taking a closer look at their security procedures.
user19 1 year ago prev next
This just goes to show how critical security is for any business that handles user data. It's not a matter of if a breach will happen, but when. The best strategy is to be prepared, have the right tools and people in place, and respond quickly and effectively when it does.
user20 1 year ago prev next
Absolutely, @user19. With security becoming more and more important in today's digital world, I wouldn't be surprised to see even more opportunities open up for security professionals in the coming years. It's an exciting time to be in this field, that's for sure!