Three Buddy Problem Legal corruption, React2Shell exploitation, dual-use AI risks
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Dec 11, 2025 A Romanian documentary ignites nationwide protests, exposing the insidious nature of legal corruption and the public's demand for accountability. The conversation shifts to the growing threat of React2Shell exploitation, detailing technical challenges and the difficulties of patching vulnerable components. The hosts critique Microsoft's transparency issues and highlight the evolving landscape where advanced persistent threats meet criminal exploits. They also explore the dual-use risks of AI, questioning its rapid advancements in penetration testing capabilities.
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Documentary Sparked Real Protests
- Costin described a Romanian documentary exposing legal-but-systemic corruption in the justice system.
- The film sparked nationwide protests and judges and whistleblowers publicly confirmed many allegations.
Domestic Faction Framing Over External Meddling
- Costin argued the documentary's broadcast on national TV suggested high-level support and planning.
- He suspected internal factions used the film to shift power rather than foreign actors driving the narrative.
Patch And Redeploy React Stacks
- Update vulnerable React/Next.js libraries and redeploy sites to truly remediate React2Shell.
- Relying on downstream mitigations alone is insufficient because attackers can engineer bypasses.