Leaked sony emails outlook

You're referring to the Sony Pictures Entertainment hack in 2014!

In November 2014, Sony Pictures Entertainment was hacked by a group of hackers, later identified as North Korean-backed hackers, in retaliation for the film "The Interview," a comedy about two journalists who plan to assassinate North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. The hackers, who called themselves "Guardians of Peace," stole and leaked a large amount of sensitive data, including:

  1. Emails: Over 100,000 emails from Sony Pictures Entertainment employees, including executives, producers, and actors.
  2. Documents: Confidential documents, including scripts, contracts, and financial records.
  3. Personal data: Information about Sony employees, including Social Security numbers, addresses, and phone numbers.

The leaked emails, which were published by various media outlets, revealed some interesting and embarrassing details about the company and its employees. Some of the notable revelations included:

  1. Salary disparities: The emails showed that some high-ranking executives were paid significantly more than their female counterparts.
  2. Racial and gender bias: The emails contained derogatory comments about certain ethnic and gender groups.
  3. Corporate politics: The emails revealed internal conflicts and power struggles within the company.
  4. Hollywood gossip: The emails included juicy gossip about celebrities and their personal lives.

The hack and subsequent leak of sensitive data had significant consequences for Sony Pictures Entertainment, including:

  1. Financial losses: The company estimated that the hack and subsequent data breach cost them around $100 million.
  2. Reputation damage: The hack and leak of sensitive data damaged Sony's reputation and led to a loss of trust among employees, customers, and investors.
  3. Regulatory scrutiny: The hack led to an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Department of Justice, as well as regulatory scrutiny from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

In response to the hack, Sony Pictures Entertainment implemented new security measures, including enhanced email encryption and employee training on data protection. The company also established a dedicated cybersecurity team to monitor and respond to potential threats.