Since they stated the data was recovered it just goes to show what amateurs they are. As a former IT gunslinger I can say confidently that whoever deleted the database in question had just the working knowledge of right click, move to recycle bin, empty trash. Hell knowing what operating system these antiquated stone age machines, routers and servers use one could undoubtedly download readily available free ware to crack the admin passwords in 10 minutes. My guess is they have them already. I'll bet they know everything and are playing stupid to expose the people who are in positions to withhold oppose the truth getting out all the way to the top.
Since they stated the data was recovered it just goes to show what amateurs they are. As a former IT gunslinger I can say confidently that whoever deleted the database in question had just the working knowledge of right click, move to recycle bin, empty trash. Hell knowing what operating system these antiquated stone age machines, routers and servers use one could undoubtedly download readily available free ware to crack the admin passwords in 10 minutes. My guess is they have them already. I'll bet they know everything and are playing stupid to expose the people who are in positions to withhold oppose the truth getting out all the way to the top.
They had access to the physical devices and were past any encryption on them. Extracting the passwords is very possible.
doesnt matter what hey have if nobody has the courage or will to prosecute them.