More like, "Crap, the terrorists just got a working copy of our nuclear arsenal!" Digitally speaking being a much closer comparison. The fact is, had the NSA been responsibly disclosing these details (maybe a 15-30 day hold before a private disclosure then after another 30 days public discloser)
That gives them 30 days to use 0-day exploits, but can still be effective contributors to greater overall security.
Good points. But its a fine line on how to deal with leaks 0 day exploits. We can't cripple the NSA, other wise we are bring a wet noodle to a knife fight.
I just mentioned they should be able to hold onto 0-day discoveries for 15-30 days before confidential disclosure.
Terrorists WILL do a lot of damage (as demonstrated) with these exploits... the NSA might ... the world, and in particular US interests are far better served with secure systems all around.
That gives them 30 days to use 0-day exploits, but can still be effective contributors to greater overall security.