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Hacker found way into Y Combinator through security flaw
A hacker describes how he exploited a security vulnerability to gain access to Y Combinator's application system. The story illustrates vulnerabilities in recruitment processes at top companies, even when they evaluate security expertise.
WHY IT MATTERS
It shows that even renowned accelerator programs can have exposed IT systems, and it raises questions about how best to protect sensitive application processes. For entrepreneurs, it also highlights that alternative routes to normalized channels exist.
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