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Wednesday, 7th December 2011, 08:22:21
Gang hacks into UN database to gain access to personal information
Hackers have made it through the online security systems of the United Nations' database resulting in passwords and login details being posted on the internet, recent reports have shown.
Managing the get through intrusion detection devices and firewalls, the TeamPoison hacking gang has leaked over one hundred sets of details which could compromise the overall security of the site and risk the loss of important data.
Among other groups, the UN development programme, organisation for economic co-operation and development, UNICEF, world health organisation have been the main bodies affected by the security breach.
Experts analysing the loss of the data have suggested that the hackers used the vulnerability of the UN development programme website to access the identifications, email addresses and passwords of those employed by the body.
The gang have recently joined with notorious group Anonymous, which recently spoke out against the corruption of Mexican police forces and government officials, to undertake "Operation Robin Hood" - a programme which they hope will highlight suspected corruption within the UN. According to latest covert correspondence from the TeamPoison, they are currently maintaining their focus on banks and financial institutions.
TeamPoison previously made the headlines by hacking into the BlackBerry blog in the wake of the London Riots in August. This online security breach led to private information about Tony Blair being opened to the public.
Upon hacking into the UN account, the hackers left the message: "The question now is... how?...We will let the so called "security experts" over at the UN figure that out. Have a Nice Day."
According to one cyber security expert, companies looking to improve their systems should concentrate on the technology they use and the staff they hire in order to tighten up operations.
Mark Dampster, associate of the Centre for Cyber Security, said: "Many critical losses and breaches occur through staff choosing to manipulate the system - either for personal gain or to cause trouble during or post-employment.
"This is not just a data or internet issue either - it could be voice systems that are compromised through simple or complex tapping techniques," the expert added.
Posted by Kevin Jenson
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