Jan. 4, 2024, 12:59 p.m. | Nikita Koselev

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Understanding the Twitter Hack of 2020: A Deep Dive


In July 2020, Twitter faced one of the most significant security breaches in social media history. This incident not only raised questions about cybersecurity practices at Twitter but also highlighted the vulnerabilities inherent in social media platforms. Let's unpack the details of this incident, drawing insights from the comprehensive report by the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) DFS Report on Twitter Hack.





The Breach: What Happened?


The …

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