Hey everyone, Nuked here! Let’s dive into a story that shows even the government can get hacked! Turns out, the US federal courts have had some serious cybersecurity blunders, exposing sensitive documents and raising national security alarms.

Recently, a major breach was linked to hackers with ties to Russia, hitting the court’s electronic filing system. This system, used for filing case documents, has been vulnerable since 2020, and the latest attack is just the tip of the iceberg. The hackers managed to leak confidential court info, including sealed criminal and investigative documents.

Senator Ron Wyden didn’t hold back, criticizing the judiciary for negligence and outdated security practices. He pointed out that critical systems like CM/ECF and PACER have been repeatedly compromised, threatening national security. Wyden emphasized that the system is insecure, antiquated, and costly, yet reforms have been ignored.

He called for a comprehensive review led by the National Academy of Sciences to uncover the root causes of these breaches. Wyden is demanding transparency and accountability, urging the judiciary to acknowledge its cybersecurity failures and take meaningful action to protect sensitive information from adversaries.

Stay tuned as the story develops—and remember, even in tech, the best defense is a good offense!