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Mumsnet hack update - police have charged someone

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JustineMumsnet · 21/05/2016 19:30

Hello,

Many of you will remember last August’s hacking attack on Mumsnet.

I'm pleased to say that today someone has appeared in court, charged with offences related to the attacks (though not the swatting attacks) and will appear at Guildford Magistrate court on 07th June.

The Met tell us that the suspect has been charged with: “two offences of causing a computer to perform function to secure / enable unauthorised access to a program / data, contrary to section 1 of the Computer Misuse Act 1990 and also one offence of unauthorised acts with intent to impair operation of or prevent / hinder access to a computer, contrary to section 3 of the Computer Misuse act 1990.”

The Met’s Cyber Crime Unit is continuing investigations into the incident, including the swatting attacks that also took place. We'll let you know as and when we hear anything further.

Thanks,
Justine

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WellErrr · 12/07/2016 23:15

A three day suspension? Where does he go, St Trinians??

Misogynistic little shit is right.
How does a 17 year old schoolboy develop such a hatred for women having a little corner of the Internet to chat in?

His stupid stunt has changed this place for the worse, and many women who would have come here for support now will not.

LyndaNotLinda · 12/07/2016 23:08

Misogynist little shit

HiddenMeaning · 12/07/2016 23:04

and the BBC

Sentencing to take place on the 2nd of August

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HiddenMeaning · 12/07/2016 22:57

The case was heard today DETAILS HERE He pleaded guilty. He will be sentenced at a later date.

I love the fact that his school (Guildfords Royal Grammar School - £16k year) dealt with this with a three day suspension Hmm Shock. Gosh, imagine what you would have to do to get expelled. Grin

HiddenMeaning · 09/07/2016 13:07

I hope the case gets heard on Tuesday. I'm really curious how it all turns out.

MiscellaneousAssortment · 10/06/2016 19:00

Will be interested to see what he's being accused of, being rather close to events as they unfolded from the other side. I wonder who did what and if it was a concerted effort by more than one person?

I'm thinking it wasn't from any of the groups named whilst it was happening, but I am interested in whether it was friends, just one person or even people who didn't previously know each other spontaneously gathering to join in the fray.

I guess the trial might not clearly answer this but I hope it gives a bit of an insight into what actually happened, even if it wasn't this particular A level candidate!

HiddenMeaning · 10/06/2016 15:12

The court hearing has been delayed until the 12th July. It was delayed because of his exams, presumably, his A'levels. Confused

Lweji · 07/06/2016 18:20

He could prepare for his A levels in jail. Probably with better results, as no time wasted hacking sites. Allegedly.

StopLookingAtMyAccount · 07/06/2016 16:51

Maybe postponed until after his A'Levels Wink

WellWhoKnew · 07/06/2016 16:29

Postponed 'til when?

StopLookingAtMyAccount · 07/06/2016 16:15

Thanks for letting us know. I had a feeling that might happen Envy

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RebeccaMumsnet · 07/06/2016 15:21

Hi all,

Just popping into keep you informed, the case was postponed.
We'll let you know when we know any more.

StopLookingAtMyAccount · 07/06/2016 13:02

I hope there is a result of some sort today.

MyVisionsComeFromSoup · 06/06/2016 19:23

I'm going to be in Guildford tomorrow, but have to work Sad. Unless I'd be allowed my laptop in the gallery?

StopLookingAtMyAccount · 06/06/2016 19:18

Tomorrow is the court date. I wonder what will happen.

I wonder how the A'level revision is going.

ICanGoogle · 25/05/2016 01:41

I wonder if his Mum is a Mumsnetter. Confused

LyndaNotLinda · 24/05/2016 22:05

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Lweji · 24/05/2016 21:47

It would be inevitable that at least one MNetter would know or have a connection to the alleged hacker.

Will you be attending the trial?

ItsAllGoingToBeFine · 24/05/2016 21:47

It is of course worth noting that the individual in question may well be found not guilty, and you may be casting nasturtiums at the wrong person...

TheSunnySide · 24/05/2016 21:41

Amazing how just a teeny bit of info can help find someone's Twitter account. We are all so vulnerable.

FrackerHacker · 24/05/2016 21:16

Very prestigious indeed. Shock

Everything is so google'able with a name and address. No hacking skills necessary.

UnderTheGreenwoodTree · 24/05/2016 20:51

Blimey. That's an expensive education. Bet his parents are thrilled. Allegedly.

Pipbin · 24/05/2016 20:50

Oh my throwaway!
RGS? The shame!

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