Hey there! 👋 Have you ever sent a text message to your friends? Imagine if someone you didn’t know could read all your messages! 😱 Well, something similar happened recently to some important people in the United States government.
An app called TeleMessage, which is like a special texting app for government workers, was hacked. Hackers are people who use computers to break into apps or websites they aren’t supposed to. 🕵️♂️
This hack meant that over 60 government officials had their messages exposed! These weren’t just any messages; they included chats from people like disaster responders, customs officials, and even some Secret Service agents! 🚓🕵️♀️
Even though the hackers didn’t find any super-secret information, just knowing who was talking to whom and when can be a big deal. It’s like if someone knew who you were texting and when, even if they didn’t read the messages. That information alone can be important! 🤔
A cybersecurity expert named Jake Williams said that even without reading the messages, this kind of information could be a risk. Cybersecurity is about keeping computers and information safe from bad guys. 🔒
This story reminds us how important it is to keep our information safe online. Whether you’re chatting with friends or sharing pictures, always make sure you’re using apps and websites that protect your privacy. Stay safe out there! 🌐💻
Reference(s):
Breach of app used by Trump aide exposed more govt data than estimated
cgtn.com
