McDonald’s Used 123456 as Corporate Password, Exposed 64 Million Data Files
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A data breach at McDonald's exposed personal information of 64 million job applicants due to a basic security oversight. The company's AI-powered hiring chatbot, McHire, used default credentials "123456/123456" for its admin interface, allowing hackers easy access. This incident highlights the importance of fundamental cybersecurity practices, even as companies adopt advanced AI technologies.
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