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Pakistani Self-Taught Hacker Earns NASA Recognition for Bug Report

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from ProPakistani ·

A 21-year-old self-taught cybersecurity researcher from Gujar Khan, Pakistan, was recognized by NASA for reporting a security flaw. The researcher, who learned hacking through online resources, identified and responsibly disclosed the vulnerability. NASA acknowledged the finding, marking a notable achievement for the region's cybersecurity community.

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While a feel-good story, the lack of technical details on the flaw's severity limits its broader impact beyond regional pride.
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