Musk’s DOGE.gov Goes Live—Then Hackers Strike
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency launches DOGE.gov to showcase cost cuts, but a swift security breach reignites concerns about federal cybersecurity.

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) unveiled its official website at doge.gov with plans for transparency and cost-cutting updates. Within days, however, a security flaw allowed public edits to go live—and hackers briefly exposed the site’s database. The breach raised immediate concerns about federal cybersecurity standards. (Fortune)
What Happened
Initial Launch: DOGE’s new portal featured real-time updates, a consolidated government org chart, and the “Unconstitutionality Index” spotlighting bureaucratic rules vs. laws passed by Congress.
Contract Cancellations: The site’s news feed reported axing 167 contracts worth $115 million in savings yesterday amongst other cuts.
Hack & Fix: A coding vulnerability let outsiders publish unapproved content and access sensitive data. DOGE quickly patched the flaw, claiming the site is now secure.
Why It Matters
Critics argue the incident reveals deeper vulnerabilities in federal tech systems, especially in a department dedicated to streamlining government processes. Supporters say DOGE’s rapid response underscores its commitment to transparency, noting that real-time digital engagement often comes with growing pains.
What’s Next
Upcoming Features: By Valentine’s Day, officials promise a detailed cost-reduction breakdown and a “savings scorecard,” aiming to showcase future financial wins while (hopefully) keeping the site secure.
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Not happy to hear it, but hopefully going forward there will be more attention paid. This DOGE overhaul NEEDS to be done! And for those b1tching about the incident -- the Treasury was hacked under YELLEN's leadership -- SMH.
Also remember when Diebold "accidentally" published their (voting) software online??? No wonder people question the security/integrity of our elections... Just saying.