German IT Consultant Fined Thousands for Reporting Security Failing
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Date Published: 2024-01-22
Date Updated: 2026-04-21
Author: Kristina Beek, Associate Editor, Dark Reading
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A German contractor discovered that Modern Solution GmbH's MSConnext.exe stored a remote-server password in plaintext in 2021, potentially allowing access to an e‑commerce database and customer data; after reporting the issue he was later charged with unlawful access and fined €3,000 following an appeal reversal, while the company disputes the extent of any data exposure and investigations continue.
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