Episode
Ep 2: The Peculiar Case of the VTech Hacker
25:20
Published: Fri Sep 15 2017
Description
VTech makes toy tablets, laptops, and watches for kids. In 2015, they were breached. The hacker downloaded gigs of children's data. Discover what the hacker did once he took the data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
Toy makers have created child-friendly tablets that connect to the internet and parents' phones, leading to potential cybersecurity risks and data breaches.
00:00 - 05:09 (05:09)
Summary
Toy makers have created child-friendly tablets that connect to the internet and parents' phones, leading to potential cybersecurity risks and data breaches.
EpisodeEp 2: The Peculiar Case of the VTech Hacker
PodcastDarknet Diaries
A hacker breached a database containing personal information of children and, while taking a copy for themselves, found ways to improve security and protect the data from malicious agents.
05:09 - 10:03 (04:54)
Summary
A hacker breached a database containing personal information of children and, while taking a copy for themselves, found ways to improve security and protect the data from malicious agents. The hacker emphasized that they had no intention of profiting from the database and were simply looking out for the safety of the children involved.
EpisodeEp 2: The Peculiar Case of the VTech Hacker
PodcastDarknet Diaries
VTech, a Chinese company, experienced a data breach where 4.8 million customers' information including photos of children and chats were exposed.
10:03 - 22:22 (12:18)
Summary
VTech, a Chinese company, experienced a data breach where 4.8 million customers' information including photos of children and chats were exposed. While the company claimed they responded promptly, there were discrepancies and evidence to suggest otherwise.
EpisodeEp 2: The Peculiar Case of the VTech Hacker
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The hacker, who committed a crime, aimed to be a whistleblower to improve the security of children's data.
22:22 - 25:34 (03:11)
Summary
The hacker, who committed a crime, aimed to be a whistleblower to improve the security of children's data. The judge cited the breach was done without any intention to use the data maliciously.