South Korean Police Dismantle Global Camera Hacking Ring
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South Korean authorities have arrested four individuals for hacking into approximately 120,000 private home surveillance cameras. The suspects targeted internet-connected devices to capture sexually explicit footage.
Police announced the group breached the security of cameras, often used for baby monitoring or home security, across the country. They then sold the illicit material on a website based overseas.
The scheme highlights significant privacy vulnerabilities in popular consumer devices. Authorities are urging the public to update camera passwords and security software immediately.
An investigation remains ongoing, with officials examining the full scope of the operation and the overseas website involved.