Hacker leaks GTA VI footage using a Fire TV Stick in a UK budget hotel room
Headline: Teen Hacker Leaks Grand Theft Auto VI Footage, Faces Guilty Verdict in Multi-Company Hacking Spree
In a shocking turn of events, a teenager from the notorious hacking group Lapsus$ has leaked exclusive footage of the highly anticipated game Grand Theft Auto VI. Arion Kurtaj, already on bail for hacking NVIDIA, managed to infiltrate Rockstar Games, the creator of GTA VI, using just an Amazon Fire TV Stick, a smartphone, a keyboard, and a mouse.
Kurtaj boldly announced his presence as an “attacker” in Rockstar’s Slack channel, leaving the gaming company in a state of utter disbelief. It was later discovered that he carried out his illegal activities from the confines of a UK Travelodge hotel, where he had been safeguarded after being doxxed by other hackers. To overcome the hotel’s lack of internet access, Kurtaj ingeniously utilized the Fire TV Stick.
After a grueling seven-week trial, Kurtaj was indeed found guilty of not only hacking Rockstar Games but also neobank Revolut and ride-hailing giant Uber. In a concerning twist, it was revealed that another 17-year-old hacker, currently out on bail, was also involved in these cyber attacks.
Both Kurtaj and the unnamed 17-year-old have been diagnosed with autism, leading to their ineligibility to stand trial. Consequently, the jury focused solely on determining whether the crimes were committed, rather than considering criminal intent.
The Lapsus$ hacking group, believed to primarily comprise teenagers from Brazil and the UK, has allegedly targeted other major companies such as Samsung, T-Mobile, and Microsoft. However, the exact monetary gains from these exploits remain uncertain.
The legal implications of the guilty verdict against Kurtaj and the ongoing case involving the other teenage hacker highlight the growing challenges in tackling cybercrime, particularly when perpetrated by individuals with unique circumstances. Authorities and cybersecurity experts will undoubtedly continue to grapple with the complexities of prosecuting such cases, as the digital landscape becomes increasingly fraught with threats.
As the gaming industry anxiously awaits the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the leaked footage serves as a stark reminder of the potent skills possessed by these young hackers and the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive information and intellectual property.
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