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A hacker publicly disclosed a breach of NASA’s systems, exposing critical security vulnerabilities.
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NASA thanked the hacker with an appreciation letter for responsibly reporting the issues.
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The hacker’s actions helped protect NASA’s systems and demonstrated the importance of vulnerability disclosure.
An independent hacker recently revealed a significant breach of NASA’s systems, highlighting critical security vulnerabilities. Instead of pursuing malicious intentions, the hacker reported the issues directly to NASA, allowing the space agency to address the security gaps.
NASA publicly acknowledged the vulnerabilities and expressed gratitude to the hacker through an appreciation letter. Signed by Mark Witt, NASA’s Office of Chief Information Officer, the letter recognized the hacker’s efforts in identifying and responsibly reporting the vulnerabilities. This collaboration demonstrates NASA’s commitment to cybersecurity and vulnerability disclosure.
The hacker’s actions sparked positive reactions on social media, with users praising the achievement and NASA’s response. This incident showcases the value of ethical hacking and responsible vulnerability disclosure in protecting sensitive information and infrastructure.
I Hacked @NASA (again) and reported some vulnerabilities to them. Just today, I received this appreciation letter from them after they patched the loopholes! pic.twitter.com/t4w92culxK
— 7h3h4ckv157 (@7h3h4ckv157) September 26, 2024
