Mark Zuckerberg’s Twitter, Pinterest Hacked—LinkedIn Leak or Weak Password to Blame?

Mark Zuckerberg’s Twitter, Pinterest Hacked—LinkedIn Leak or Weak Password to Blame?
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg had his Twitter and Pinterest accounts hacked on Sunday, June 5.

A post appeared on Zuckerberg’s Twitter account (@finkd) on Sunday reading “Hey, @finkd You were in LinkedIn Database with the password [omitted] ! DM (direct message) for proof,” according to tester and developer Ben Hall, who Tweeted a snapshot of the post.

Meanwhile Zuckerberg’s Pinterest account got defaced with a message reading “Hacked By OurMine Team.”

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OurMine hacker group claimed responsibility through its Twitter account, saying “we are just testing your security.”

Archived Twitter page of @_ourmine_. (Screenshot of Twitter)
Archived Twitter page of @_ourmine_. Screenshot of Twitter
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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