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British Hacker Gains Australian Visa After Identifying Government Vulnerability

First seen 1 Jan 2026, 10:20 UTC • Dailymail

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Jacob Riggs, a British cybersecurity expert, received the 858 National Innovation visa in December 2025 after hacking into the Australian government's systems during his visa application process. He uncovered a critical vulnerability in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's networks, demonstrating his skills as an ethical hacker.

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British Hacker Gains Australian Visa After Identifying Government Vulnerability

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