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The Broken Badge
- On Monday, November 24, 2014, Selina Chavenet's security badge stopped working at the Sony Pictures lot in Culver City.
- This seemingly small issue was a precursor to a massive cyberattack that would cripple Sony's network.
The Threat
- Days before the network outage, Sony executives received an email from "Frank David", threatening "great damage" unless monetary demands were met.
- A virus subsequently infiltrated Sony's network, displaying a skeleton image and ominous warnings on employees' computers.
Lazarus Group's Motives
- The Lazarus Group, known for hacking banks, TV stations, and hospitals, is suspected to be behind the Sony attack.
- Their unpredictable nature and alleged ties to North Korea make them particularly dangerous.