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[NC_Skins]

For all you kids not keeping up with the SSL/TSL exploit called Heartbleed. It's huge so I suggest you read and follow the instructions.



The Heartbleed Hit List: The Passwords You Need to Change Right Now



In dummy terms a illustration of what's going on with Heartbleed.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by NC_Skins

For all you kids not keeping up with the SSL/TSL exploit called Heartbleed. It's huge so I suggest you read and follow the instructions.



The Heartbleed Hit List: The Passwords You Need to Change Right Now



In dummy terms a illustration of what's going on with Heartbleed.

not arguing that it was a big vulnerability. But just to be clear, they didn't announce it until it was fixed, and those who created it (whoever and wherever they may be) are already working on the next one (probably a year ago). If you are regularly changing your password or even just using basic precautions, this is just media marketed fear. It was discovered 2 years ago, but they aren't going to announce it, lest people who might want to exploit it figure it out