18-year-old hacker shuts down Uber’s computers

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On Thursday, 18 years old broke into Uber's computer network and inundated personnel with offensive photographs and comments. 

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As a result, Uber had to shut down its system.

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The hacker sent pictures of male private parts and the words "F**K YOU DUMB WANKERS" to Uber employees.

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The IT company has asked law enforcement to look into the hack.

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Uber said that they had been hacked and had contacted law enforcement.

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Uber's employees received messages from the hacker notifying them that their company's computer system had been hijacked. 

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Some workers made fun of the hacker since they thought it was a joke.

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By convincing a worker via text message that they were a member of the company's IT department, the hacker was able to enter the system.

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Uber stated that it will provide updates on its Uber Comms Twitter account.

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