Hey there, Tech Lovers! Buckle up as we dive into an unsettling event in the digital world.

The notorious image board 4chan faced a serious cyber attack that left it non-operational at times. Social media users reported intermittent outages of the site.

Celebrations erupted on rival platforms, with some claiming the hacker had infiltrated 4chan’s systems for over a year. Screenshots supposedly showcasing 4chan’s backend spread across the internet, revealing sensitive data.

In the leaked documents, a list of alleged moderators and ‘janitors’ was included. Janitors have limited powers compared to moderators, who have even more access, including to user IP addresses.

This breach is even more alarming considering 4chan’s connection to politically charged events. The risk here is that the very people running these forums could be put in jeopardy.

A janitor, speaking anonymously, confirmed the authenticity of the leaked data. They expressed shock at the magnitude of the leak and emphasized the longstanding risks associated with their roles on 4chan.

4chan Pass subscribers, who pay to access extra features, may also have had their personal information compromised. Attempts to contact 4chan for remarks were unsuccessful.

4chan serves as a controversial forum and can often resemble the darker sides of the internet. While it hosts some bizarre memes, it also acts as a breeding ground for extremist sentiments.

The site is responsible for popularizing images and ideas that have, unfortunately, spilled over into real-life events, including tragic terrorist acts.