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Destination Linux

365: The XZorcist: a Compression Project Possessed by Evil

Apr 8, 2024
The podcast covers topics like a backdoor in XE compression utility, a whirlwind of data breaches, gaming with Gameeky, and a software spotlight on Letter Press. They also discuss NextCloud updates, events like Red Hat Summit, and emphasize the importance of cybersecurity and privacy concerns.
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  • Data breaches compromise user privacy and highlight security flaws in major companies like AT&T, Microsoft, Facebook, and Google.
  • Using clever tactics like fake phone numbers with a popular song number can lead to shared benefits and discounts among users.

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AT&T Data Breach Impacting 73 Million Customers

A massive data breach at AT&T has affected 73 million customers, both current and former. Personal data such as social security numbers, full names, email addresses, phone numbers, and more were compromised. The breached data has been shared on the dark web, making it a serious privacy concern for those affected.

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