Overview

• 4chan has been intermittently accessible since Monday night following a significant hack that caused widespread outages.
• The breach exposed sensitive data, including moderator details, user emails, IP addresses, and the site's source code.
• Hackers reportedly exploited vulnerabilities in outdated PHP software, with some claims suggesting they had access for over a year.
• Rival forum Soyjak.party has claimed responsibility for the attack, sharing screenshots of 4chan's backend systems to substantiate the breach.
• Experts and insiders speculate that the hack could have long-term implications for 4chan's operations and user safety.