This is a claim, of course. The claimant is the Jester, a self-described ‘hacktivist for good.’ Anyway, a former New York resident is allegedly the head of LulzSec, the hacker group who’ve grabbed some prominent headlines lately. The big reveal comes after the jump.
A certain Xavier Kaotico is the alleged head of LulzSec. An IT consultant by profession, there’s little word or confirmation that Mr. Kaotico, who has an alias (that would be ‘sabu’), is really the right guy.
Of course, this might be a nasty sequel to that whole HBGary mess. Thinking about what happened to dear old Aaron Barr gives us the lulz. But seriously, be careful when trying to de-anonymize these hackers. They’re more slippery than a wet bar (no pun intended) of soap greased with oil. Ha!
The Infamous LulzSec
LulzSec, short for Lulz Security, is a hacker group that has made headlines for its audacious cyber-attacks. They have targeted a variety of organizations, including government agencies, corporations, and even other hacker groups. Their activities have ranged from website defacements to data breaches, often releasing sensitive information to the public. The group’s motto, “Laughing at your security since 2011,” underscores their irreverent approach to hacking. They claim to expose security flaws for the “lulz,” or laughs, but their actions have serious implications for cybersecurity.
And the LulzSec battle cry:
Sitting pretty on cargo bays full of corrupt booty, they think it’s acceptable to condition and enslave all vessels in sight. Our Lulz Lizard battle fleet is now declaring immediate and unremitting war on the freedom-snatching moderators of 2011.
The Jester: A Hacktivist for Good?
The Jester, who claims to have revealed the identity of LulzSec’s leader, is another prominent figure in the hacking community. Unlike LulzSec, the Jester describes himself as a ‘hacktivist for good.’ He has targeted websites associated with terrorism, radical Islam, and other entities he deems harmful. The Jester’s actions have sparked debate about the ethics of hacktivism. While some view him as a vigilante hero, others see him as a rogue actor who operates outside the law. His claim to have unmasked Xavier Kaotico adds another layer of intrigue to the ongoing saga of hacker warfare.
On a kinda off-topic note: How does Alan Moore feel about the Guy Fawkes mask he popularized becoming the symbol of anarchist hackers everywhere?
The Guy Fawkes mask, popularized by Alan Moore’s graphic novel “V for Vendetta,” has become an iconic symbol for various protest movements, including the hacktivist group Anonymous. The mask represents resistance against oppression and has been adopted by activists worldwide. Alan Moore has expressed mixed feelings about this development. While he appreciates the mask’s use as a symbol of protest, he is wary of its commercialization and the potential for it to be co-opted by groups with agendas that diverge from his original intent.
Source BGR
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