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Smashing Security
A gag order backfires, and a snail mail ransom demand
Mar 13, 2025
A legal battle surrounding a healthcare giant ignites the Streisand Effect, showing how attempts to silence information can backfire spectacularly. Meanwhile, a ransomware gang takes an odd turn, trading dark web tactics for old-school mail scams. The hosts dive into the evolving landscape of corporate accountability, warning about the latest deceitful strategies employed by criminals. Additionally, the intriguing language of elite education exposes barriers to understanding, and the captivating series 'Severance' sparks debates about the separation of work and life.
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- The Streisand Effect demonstrates how attempts to suppress information can lead to greater public scrutiny and backlash, as seen in the FreeHour incident.
- Emerging ransomware tactics, such as sending traditional mail for ransom demands, signal evolving threats that companies must remain vigilant against.
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The Streisand Effect in Cybersecurity
The concept known as the Streisand Effect illustrates how attempts to suppress information can inadvertently lead to increased public interest. Originating from Barbara Streisand's legal fight over a photograph of her los Angeles mansion, the term highlights how efforts to hide an issue can backfire, ensuring it receives even greater attention. A contemporary example emerges from a mobile app known as FreeHour, where university students discovered a significant security flaw that granted them admin access to user data. When they responsibly disclosed the issue to the app's developers, the company misconstrued their intentions and alerted law enforcement, leading to severe consequences for the students instead of prompt repairs to the vulnerability.
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