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Deal made with whistleblower after Columbus’ data leak draws global attention (www.wkbn.com)

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A whistleblower who revealed the danger of a ransomware attack and subsequent data leak in Columbus, will now only be permitted to share his research on compromised sensitive information with city officials who are suing him.

Case file: https://www.nbc4i.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/09/Signed-Agreed-Preliminary-Injunction.pdf

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[–] Gobo 2 points 3 months ago

It says he can give data to the police, and can distribute data to the public only if the gov't agrees is allowed by the public records act, but only if he gets written permission. Not much of an agreement if you ask me.