Musk's DOGE Adviser Linked to Cybercrime Group Sparks Security Concerns

Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old DOGE adviser, provided network services to a cybercrime group before gaining access to sensitive government systems, raising questions about vetting and cybersecurity risks.

Edward Coristine, a senior adviser in Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), previously provided network services to the cybercrime group EGodly through his company DiamondCDN.
EGodly engaged in criminal activities, including hijacking phone numbers, infiltrating law enforcement email accounts, cryptocurrency theft, and cyberstalking a retired FBI agent, according to digital records.
Coristine's role in DOGE grants him access to sensitive government networks, including those of the State Department and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
Elon Musk has publicly defended Coristine despite his controversial past, describing him as 'awesome' on social media.
The revelations have intensified scrutiny of DOGE's staffing practices and the potential national security risks posed by inexperienced or poorly vetted personnel.

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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