Educational Websites Hijacked: Hackers Exploit Old Editor for Phishing Frenzy

Beware, academia! Hackers are turning top universities into phishing hotspots. Even MIT is not immune—no, you’re not getting “Free V-Bucks.” #EducationalWebsiteHijinks

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Well, it looks like the hallowed halls of academia have become the unintentional hosts of the internet's sketchiest bait-and-switch fiesta. Who knew that an ancient web text editor could turn Ivy League domains into the equivalent of that shady guy in the back alley whispering, "Psst, want some free V-Bucks?" It's like finding out your favorite professor moonlights as a magician at kids' birthday parties—equal parts surprising and embarrassing.

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