Korean IP Camera Hackers Busted: Over 120,000 Cameras Compromised in Shocking Scandal
The Korean National Police arrested four individuals for hacking over 120,000 IP cameras and selling footage to a foreign adult site. Investigations are also targeting the site’s operators and viewers. As a precaution, users should change default passwords, disable remote access, and update firmware.
Hot Take:
***Who knew that the latest craze in South Korea would be ‘Peeping Tom: The Motion Picture’? Apparently, these wannabe Hollywood directors thought hacking 120,000 IP cameras was their ticket to fame and fortune. Spoiler alert: it’s more likely their ticket to a lifetime supply of prison food and an exciting future career in laundry duty.***
Key Points:
– Four individuals in South Korea arrested for hacking over 120,000 IP cameras and selling footage.
– Videos sold to a foreign adult site, with over 62% of content last year from two suspects.
– Arrested suspects include unemployed, office worker, and self-employed individuals.
– Authorities are aggressively pursuing site operators and viewers, with international cooperation.
– Victims advised to reset passwords, disable remote access, and update firmware.