Every now and again, I come across an article that reminds me of how vulnerable most of us really are when it comes to online security. We trust that a password requirement, some basic encryption, and a few other simple measures will allow us to avoid hackers and criminals who either want to create chaos or reap profits by undermining cybersecurity programs. This article demonstrates how a creative teenager was able to expose the security flaws of some of the world's most powerful, innovative, and successful companies. As a matter of principle, I try to err toward trusting other people, but articles like this are a reminder that sometimes even small pieces of information that you share can be compiled to enable malicious and extremely damaging acts. These are probably the sacrifices we make to get the benefits of technology, but it's scary sometimes how easily security loopholes can be exploited.
"Cosmo, the Hacker ‘God’ Who Fell to Earth" by Mat Honan
Published in Wired, September 11, 2012
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/09/cosmo-the-god-who-fell-to-earth/all
Eric
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