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Hezbollah's recent reliance on pagers for secure communication, once thought to be a clever way to avoid Israeli surveillance, turned into a disastrous mistake. These simple, unencrypted devices became prime targets for sophisticated cyberattacks. Exploiting a likely supply chain vulnerability, the pagers were remotely detonated, causing significant injuries and demonstrating a worrying truth: no technology is inherently secure.

This event highlights crucial lessons in cybersecurity:

Supply chain security is crucial: Thoroughly vetting hardware suppliers and implementing robust safeguards during production is critical.

Encryption is non-negotiable: Strong encryption protocols are essential to protect communication and data from unauthorized access.

Constant vigilance is paramount: The rapidly evolving nature of cyber warfare necessitates ongoing assessments of potential threats and vulnerabilities.

This event reminds us that even seemingly outdated technology can be vulnerable to sophisticated cyber attacks. We all need to be more cautious about our choices when it comes to communications and data security, no matter how "secure" we believe our systems are.

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Leaked documents says 79 Hezbollah fighters were killed. 291 Senior Commanders were killed. 509 people were blinded. 1,735 people were wounded in their "reproductive organs". 613 people suffered permanent functional damage.