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flag British hacker Jacob Riggs earned Australia’s elite 858 visa after finding a major government system flaw remotely.

flag British ethical hacker Jacob Riggs, 36, was granted Australia’s elite 858 National Innovation visa after remotely identifying a critical vulnerability in a live government system in July, demonstrating the advanced cybersecurity expertise required for the highly selective visa. flag The hack, conducted from his home in London, served as proof of his technical capabilities, leading to his approval for full residency. flag Riggs, a global director of information security, is now preparing to relocate to Sydney to work in cyber defence. flag The case highlights the intersection of cybersecurity, immigration policy, and the recognition of rare technical talent, though details about the breach and official vetting processes remain limited.

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