[AusNOG] RSA SecurID tokens hacked

[Brad Gould]

The system still relies on its basic cryptographic strength (or lack 
thereof).

Its not like someone has actually found a vulnerability in the RSA 
"system" - unless that was the vector used to gain access for the hack:)



On 21/03/2011 11:25, James Troy wrote:
> From:
> http://www.theage.com.au/technology/security/hacked-security-firm-leaves-aussies-vulnerable-20110321-1c2i4.html
>
> Looks like anyone who uses these tokens should be very careful.
> Interesting how a company that we trust with securing our most delicate
> online transactions can become vulnerable.
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