WikiLeaks release of 19,252 emails stolen by hackers from Democratic National Committee’s computer systems has lurched the party into crisis. A look at the emails gives insight into the organization’s cybersecurity practices, as well its view of the threat landscape. A hacker going by the nickname Guccifer 2.0 claimed to have stolen the emails and other material from the DNC’s network. The emails show a lack of basic knowledge about information security practices, and a disregard for password security. The DNC reminded participants scheduled to attend a June fundraising dinner with President Obama that the Secret Service needed personal information.”]
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