Cybersecurity Experts Say Twitter Hack Erodes Trust Ahead Of Election

The transcript discusses a cyber attack on Twitter, targeting high-profile accounts like Joe Biden and Barack Obama to solicit Bitcoin. The attack raised concerns about trust in social media, especially with the potential for misinformation on Election Day. Twitter responded by locking accounts and limiting user actions. Experts questioned the attack's simplicity given the access level, and the FBI linked it to cryptocurrency fraud. The incident highlighted the need for improved security measures, particularly against phishing, as most cyber attacks begin this way.

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