A person claiming to be one of the University of Pennsylvania hackers says that about “1.2 million lines of data” will be kept private for the group to sell before it is made public. The group also plans to make other documents public.
In comments to The Verge, the hacker or hackers distanced themselves from earlier hacks of other private universities including Columbia – which were aimed at demonstrating colleges had maintained unlawful pro-diversity policies. “Our main goal was to get the wealthy donor database,” they said via Signal. An email that said, “We hire and admit morons, because we love legacies, donors, and unqualified affirmat …
This post highlights an intriguing perspective on the motivations behind the hacking incident at U Penn. It’s interesting to see how financial gain can intersect with broader issues in the academic world. Looking forward to seeing how this situation develops.
Absolutely, it’s fascinating to see how financial motives can sometimes overshadow ideological ones in hacking cases. This incident also raises questions about the security measures universities have in place to protect sensitive data.
You’re right! It’s interesting to consider how financial incentives can drive individuals to act in ways that might not align with their stated beliefs. This situation highlights the complexity of motivations behind cybercrimes, making it a multifaceted issue.