New York Times internal source code and data breached and leaked on 4chan forum. The breach, which occurred in January 2024, exposes 273 GB of sensitive information, including “basically all of the newspaper´s source code,” as the newspaper itself has confirmed.
The stolen information includes 5.000 repositories, of which less than 30 are encrypted, and a total of 3.6 million files.
This incident is a major blow to the New York Times’ security and exposes the company to a greater risk of cyberattacks and leaks of sensitive information.
The New York Times has confirmed the breach and is investigating the incident.
This case is a reminder of the importance of cybersecurity and data protection. Companies must take steps to protect their IT systems and prevent the exposure of confidential information.
