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Breach case could curtail Web flaw finders
Robert Lemos, SecurityFocus 2006-04-26

Security researchers and legal experts have voiced concern this week over the prosecution of an information-technology professional for computer intrusion after he allegedly breached a university's online application system while researching a flaw without the school's permission.

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Re: Re: If it was anyone else, I would sympathize 2006-09-08
Anonymous
It seems fairly obvious to me if the person is indeed a "professional" (quotes for doubt), his intent was to find a flaw then bring it to the attention of the school and get the kudos (and aid his chances of acceptance if applying as others state). The actions were clearly meant to derive benefit o...

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