NASA has revealed that 10 computers used for its space shuttle program were sold to the public without being wiped of sensitive data. The space agency was selling the computers as it prepares to retire the shuttle programme after 38 years, with the final space shuttle flight scheduled for June 2011. The computers contained information on space shuttle-related technology, which was subject to export control by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Investigators said the computers could provide hackers with details they needed to target NASA network assets and exploit weaknesses.”]
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