Burger King hacked, attackers 'impressed by the commitment to terrible security practices' — systems described as 'solid as a paper Whopper wrapper in the rain,’ other RBI brands like Tim Hortons and Popeyes also vulnerable | AI News Digest
Ethical hackers have exposed significant security vulnerabilities in the systems of Restaurant Brands International, affecting major brands like Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes. The hackers described the security as weak, likening it to a 'paper Whopper wrapper in the rain.' They discovered multiple flaws, including hard-coded passwords and easily exploitable endpoints, which could allow unauthorized access to sensitive information. Despite the serious nature of these vulnerabilities, the hackers claimed no customer data was retained during their research.
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