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4chan Faces Prolonged Outage Following Major Hack and Data Leak

The breach, attributed to rival forum Soyjak Party, exposed sensitive data and raised concerns over privacy and the platform's future.

Overview

  • 4chan remains largely inaccessible after a hack exploited outdated PHP vulnerabilities, exposing internal systems and user data.
  • Hackers leaked source code, moderator emails, and personal user information, raising significant privacy concerns.
  • The Soyjak Party, a rival forum, claimed responsibility for the breach, allegedly gaining access to 4chan's backend for over a year.
  • The hack has intensified speculation about 4chan's long-term viability, with experts suggesting recovery could be slow and costly.
  • Users and moderators face heightened risks of doxing and exposure, given the controversial nature of 4chan's content and community.