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Mossad Email Security Flaws Exposed by Researcher's Cat Picture Prank
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A security researcher spoofed emails from the Mossad, revealing ongoing government email security weaknesses nine years after warnings. The prank, requesting "cat pictures," showed how easily phishing is possible without server breaches. The researcher reported receiving the fake Mossad emails on Monday, prompting concerns about the agency's security.
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- A researcher spoofed Mossad emails, exposing government security gaps after nine years of warnings.
- The prank involved requesting "cat pictures" and did not breach the agency's servers.
- The incident highlights a failure to implement basic email protections across government agencies.
- Emails appearing to be from the Mossad were reported on Monday, raising security concerns.
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