An anonymous threat actor has claimed to have leaked 270GB of source code stolen from The New York Times on a popular imageboard website. The leak, purportedly containing around 5,000 repositories and 3.6 million files, follows a security incident in January where credentials to a third-party platform were exposed. Bleeping Computer report that the TImes' confirmed the data was stolen from them in January.
The Breakdown
- This alleged breach underscores increasing vulnerabilities even at high-profile institutions like the New York Times. Protecting intellectual property and sensitive information is becoming increasingly critical for major organizations.
- The claim involves an extensive amount of data reportedly leaked publicly.
- Key details surrounding whether or not there was truly unauthorized access are under scrutiny.
- Earlier confirmation by the NYT regarding exposed credentials did not acknowledge any system infiltration as per their statement.
- Potential breaches such as this elevate concerns about cybersecurity across industries regardless of size or profile. Measures focusing on robust credential management and comprehensive audits must be prioritized moving forward.
