Hackers Obtain Information for Overall Good

Hackers are often painted in the media as “the bad guys.” However, what happens when their hacking unveils information highlighting possible corporate corruption?

Over the past few weeks, hackers have ironically done much good for our country. They have posted personal information about Robert Rubin, former Goldman Sachs executive and Treasury Secretary under the Clinton Administration.

In light of the Occupy Wall Street protests, information has been posted on Wall Street executives such as: JPMorgan’s CEO Jamie Dimon, Goldman Sachs’ CEO Lloyd Blankfein, and Bank of America’s CEO Brian Moynihan.

Additionally, a hacker posted personal information about a New York police officer who is accused of pepper spraying female protesters during an Occupy Wall Street protest.

The information these hackers are uncovering is vital information that in some cases, even authorities have not been able to access.

As hackers continue to unveil information obtained in illegal ways, we expect a decision to be made at a higher level regarding the authenticity of information.

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