Researchers Hack Internet Enabled TVs [telecom]

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Researchers Hack Internet Enabled TVs, Discover Multiple Security Vulnerabilities

By Mike Lennon SecurityWeek January 3, 2011

Internet TVs - The Latest Attack Vector: Researchers Hack Internet Enabled TVs, Discover Multiple Security Vulnerabilities

Was your home lucky enough to get a new Internet enabled TV over the holidays? If so, you're probably quite excited and enjoying the features of your new digital media hub while you sit back and sip on some eggnog or hot chocolate from your couch - which you should. But you may also want to be careful, as Internet TVs could be the newest avenue for cybercriminals to infiltrate your home or business. (I know, more FUD from a security vendor, but this is actually interesting stuff and they were able to show us how it was done)

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