Shocking Security Breach: Louvre Museum's $102 Million Heist Linked to Simple "LOUVRE" Password

Nov 06, 2025 04:23 pm CST

A comprehensive investigation into the $102 million Louvre Museum heist reveals a critical security flaw - the museum's core security system was protected by the password "LOUVRE." French cybersecurity experts had previously identified this vulnerability in a 2014 audit that warned of serious shortcomings in the museum's digital defenses, including outdated software managing critical protection systems. The daylight robbery, executed by four thieves in just seven minutes, resulted in the theft of eight priceless royal gems from the Apollo Gallery.