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by themcgruff 5265 days ago
As DHH commented on the post: The file name was only shared because it was funny and not identifiable with anything, and just seen passing through the logs. We do not look at people’s files and we do not share any personal information of any kind.

Had it been BankruptcyPreparation.docx, or any other sensitive file name I would never have shared it. Going forward I won't be sharing dog.gif either.

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You're going to get flack for this because you've revealed a very small PR hole in an otherwise great company with great products.

I'll continue to use your products. Even if you were to post BankruptcyPreparation.docx. Here's why: You're not a bunch of fucking idiots.

If 37signals was a mish-mash of security issues and red flags, ya, I might be a bit pissed to see BankruptcyPreparation.docx mentioned.

Some of us would love to hear that 37signals fucked up large and did something imperfect. Not because of narcissism or blind hate, but just because it makes their success digestible, makes them human.

Passwords. Plaintext.

You're welcome.