Widespread Use Of Illicit Streaming Devices In Taiwan Poses Potential National Cybersecurity Threat, New Research Finds
A recent study highlights that the widespread use of illicit streaming devices (ISDs) in Taiwan not only facilitates piracy but also poses significant cybersecurity threats. Conducted by Professor Paul A. Watters of Cyberstronomy Pty Ltd, the research reveals that many ISDs are susceptible to malware infections and can be remotely hijacked, endangering users with risks such as identity theft, ransomware attacks, and espionage. Alarmingly, these devices could be exploited to form large-scale botnets capable of disrupting Taiwan’s critical infrastructure through coordinated cyberattacks.
