Ask HN: If Juniper found the responsible programmer, could they sue them?
And how would the situation change if that programmer was under a request/order by the government?
Is there any precedent for this kind of action?
Is there any precedent for this kind of action?
The US government wouldn't protect this individual likely, as they want deniability. They may assist in trying to reduce his criminal charges but even that is remote.
If it is found that the person actively engaged in selling access to the exploits it also changes what charges could be brought from my understanding. And if they were paid by another government it could get even worse if they are found.
Some sort of detailed search must be underway as we speak...
Would I be able to sue them that's a good question? I know it's Google and Microsoft and then the UK government and of course US . If so would anyone be able to get me a good lawyer ? That's a hard thing to need someone that would work on the results of the case only .