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Lorraine Murphy


Lorraine Murphy is an Ottawa-based cybersecurity journalist and founding editor of the Cryptosphere. She has a keen interest in WikiLeaks and web culture, and her bylines have appeared in Salon, Vanity Fair, Serious Eats, and elsewhere.

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Bell Canada: 22,000 customer passwords leaked by hacking crew

The hacktivists known as NullCrew first gained notoriety for its high-profile attack on Cambridge University. 

On Feb 4, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Could this ‘patriot’ hacker’s new app swing the Bitcoin markets his way?

"Every time I make a move on the Bitcoin Markets, you will know about it live," the Jester said.

On Jan 24, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Why Anonymous is going to war with British higher education

With #OpPhDPound, Anonymous plans to target universities receiving research funding from the Ministry of Defence. 

On Jan 22, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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How 10 Shiba Inus made it to the top of a super-sketchy hottie-rating site

For a few sweet hours, Girls on a Map became Doges on a Map.

On Jan 21, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Anonymous’s #OpFullerton seeks justice for Kelly Thomas

Fullerton Police Department officers Manuel Ramos, Jay Cicinelli, and Joseph Wolfe were fired. Now Anonymous is hunting them.

On Jan 21, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Anonymous supporters face caning for graffiti

"WE R ONE WE R LEGION," the graffiti read, in part.

On Jan 20, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Anonymous tries to put a stop to black rhino hunt with #OpFunKill

#OpFunKill won't stand for Ronnie the Rhino being hunted for entertainment.

On Jan 14, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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This guy’s cover band is better than yours because robots

The Bit-52s are the best all-automated band you've never heard of.

On Jan 14, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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The Anonymous operation to bring freedom to Cambodia

Remember Cambodia? That's what Anonymous wants you to do right now.

On Jan 13, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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#OpSafeWinter: Anonymous fights homelessness worldwide

Anonymous is helping the "anonymous" masses. 

On Jan 4, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Infamous hacker Barnaby Jack’s death ruled accidental

Will the official ruling quiet the assassination rumors surrounding his death? Likely, no. 

On Jan 4, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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Anonymous hackers’ latest victim is a ‘White Pride’ website

Anonymous latest target: Nationalist.org.

On Jan 4, 2014 by Lorraine Murphy

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In the U.S, it’s a crime—in Canada, it’s the best political prank of the year

A trick that exposed an AT&T security flaw also enabled the funniest joke in Canadian politics.

On Dec 27, 2013 by Lorraine Murphy

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According to this test, I’m 68 percent psychopath; how about you?

Need something to pass the immense amount of family time this week? This is it. 

On Dec 23, 2013 by Lorraine Murphy

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Scientists combine texting and vodka without any of the morning-after regret

We're not talking about getting in touch with your ex as the Smirnoff runs out.

On Dec 23, 2013 by Lorraine Murphy