Disney Ex-Employee Arrested for Hacking Charges
Disney Ex-Employee Arrested for Hacking Charges
Disney Ex-Employee Arrested for Hacking Charges
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A former Disney World employee, Michael Scheuer, has been arrested and faces federal charges for allegedly hacking into the company's menu system to make unauthorized changes, including altering allergen information, changing prices, and adding profanity. Scheuer, who was fired in June for misconduct, is accused of manipulating menu data in a way that could have posed severe health risks, particularly for individuals with peanut allergies. Disney intercepted the changes before they were implemented, preventing any harm, but estimates the attack cost the company at least $150,000. Scheuer's court-appointed attorney, David Haas, has stated that his client intends to plead not guilty and emphasized that Scheuer struggles with mental health issues, which may have influenced his actions. The FBI confiscated several electronic devices from Scheuer's home, and he remains in custody pending a bond hearing. Disney has not commented on the case, but the incident highlights the potential cybersecurity threats faced by major corporations.

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