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(100-word)The practice of swiftly deleting anonymized numbers of bug discoveries has sparked concerns about accountability and transparency. Companies may be attempting to avoid repercussions for their products' vulnerabilities, rather than taking responsibility for fixing them.

Alternatively, deletions could be an attempt to cover up potential security issues.This practice can have severe consequences, including hindering the work of security researchers who rely on such reports to identify and fix vulnerabilities. The impact on the overall security landscape is significant, as it can leave users unprotected from potential threats.A more transparent approach is necessary to ensure that companies take responsibility for their products' security.

Anonymized numbers of bug discoveries swiftly deleted after pushback...

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The carmaker in question has been praised by a hacker for their prompt response to a security breach. The hacker, who engaged in "pwnage" - essentially testing the carmaker's systems - noted that the company took swift action to address the issue.This incident highlights the importance of having robust cybersecurity measures in place.

Car makers can learn from this experience and invest in better protecting their systems from similar breaches in the future. By doing so, they can prevent potential security threats and minimize the risk of data loss or system compromise.It is worth noting that the hacker's good-faith intentions likely played a role in the carmaker's response.

The fact that the hacker was not trying to cause harm may have led the company to take a more constructive approach to addressing the issue. This highlights the importance of communication and cooperation between cybersecurity professionals and those who engage in testing or "pwnage".

Hacker praises carmaker’s prompt response to the (mercifully) good-faith pwnage...

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