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In comedy of errors, men accused of wiping gov databases turned to an AI tool

6 days ago
https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2025/12/previously-convicted-contractors-wiped-gov-databases-after-being-fired-feds-say/
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  • #government-contractors
  • #cybercrime
  • Two sibling contractors, Muneeb Akhter and Sohaib Akhter, were charged for deleting government databases after being fired.
  • The brothers allegedly began their cyberattack just five minutes after termination, targeting sensitive investigative files and FOIA records.
  • They attempted to cover their tracks using an AI chat tool, asking how to clear system logs but failed to fully erase evidence.
  • Prosecutors obtained records of the brothers discussing the removal of incriminating evidence from their homes and wiping their employer-issued laptops.
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