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Inside the Mind of Paige Thompson: The Capitol One Breach

Feb 06, 20258 min
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Episode description

In this episode of Cyber Minds, we uncover the intriguing story of Paige Thompson, the former Amazon engineer behind the infamous 2019 Capitol One data breach. Discover how Thompson exploited vulnerabilities to access the personal data of over 100 million individuals, the unconventional methods she used, and the cryptic online behavior that led to her capture. We’ll explore the complexities of her case, the ethical debates surrounding her actions, and the ripple effects it had on the world of cybersecurity. Was she a hacker, a whistleblower, or something in between? Tune in to find out.

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