According to Reddit, the hacker obtained a copy of the old database backup, which contained the early Reddit user data. The time span was established from 2005 to May 2007.
'Although this is a serious attack, the attacker did not get write access to the Reddit system. They obtained read-only access to some systems, including backup data, source code and other logs. 'Reddit Founder Engineer Christopher Slowe wrote.
Slovy said Reddit found on June 19 that the attacker invaded the accounts of several employees of the company from June 14 to June 18.
Reddit said the attack was made by intercepting employee text messages, which included a one-time login code. The company added that they have notified the affected users of the matter.
Slovy said that the company hired the first security chief about three months ago, 'He has not yet withdrawn.'