Trump Administration Emails Compromised In SolarWinds Hack

Trump Administration Emails Compromised In SolarWinds Hack

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The transcript discusses a security breach involving the Department of Homeland Security, where accounts, including those of the head of the department and cybersecurity staff, were compromised by suspected Russian hackers. An AP report highlights the exposure of these accounts during the SolarWinds hack, although Russia denies any involvement.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the AP report find regarding the Department Cyber security staff?

They were not affected

They were among the accounts exposed

They were the only accounts exposed

They were alerted before the hack

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Russia's response to the allegations of involvement in the hack?

They accepted responsibility

They denied involvement

They launched a counter-attack

They provided evidence of innocence