Darknet Diaries Ep 2: The Peculiar Case of the VTech Hacker
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Sep 15, 2017 Dive into the shocking breach of VTech, a company making toy tech for kids, where a hacker uncovered serious weaknesses. Millions of children's data, including photos, were compromised, triggering a media frenzy and an investigation into corporate security practices. The aftermath raises crucial questions about online privacy laws and corporate accountability. Explore the hacker’s motivations and the ongoing legal battles, highlighting the urgent need for better safeguards in child-friendly technology.
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VTech Tablet Hacking
- VTech toy tablets, designed for kids, have online functionalities like messaging and an app store.
- Hackers found ways to exploit these tablets, even getting one to play the game Doom.
SQL Injection Exploit
- A network hacker discovered a SQL injection vulnerability on VTech's website, planetvtech.com.
- He gained full access, surprised by the ease of the exploit.
Data Breach and Hacker's Motivation
- The hacker downloaded VTech's databases containing parent and children's data, including names, addresses, and birthdates.
- The hacker was angry about VTech's lax security, especially concerning the sensitive data of children.