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Former ADT Technician In North Texas Pleads Guilty To Hacking Home Security Cams, Faces Up To 5 Years In Prison


DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – A home security technician has pleaded guilty to repeatedly hacking into customers’ video feeds, announced Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Prerak Shah.

Telesforo Aviles, a 35-year-old former ADT employee, pleaded guilty to computer fraud on Thursday, Jan. 21, in federal court.

“This defendant, entrusted with safeguarding customers’ homes, instead intruded on their most intimate moments,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Prerak Shah. “We are glad to hold him accountable for this disgusting betrayal of trust.”

“The defendant used his position of employment to illegally breach the privacy of numerous people. The FBI works with our law enforcement partners to thoroughly investigate all cyber intrusions and hold criminals accountable for their actions,” said FBI Dallas Special Agent in Charge Matthew J. DeSarno. “Cyber intrusions do not only affect businesses, but also members of the public. We encourage everyone to practice cyber hygiene with all their connected devices by reviewing authorized users and routinely changing passwords. If you become the victim of a cybercrime, please contact the FBI through ic3.gov or 1-800-CALL FBI.”

According to plea papers, Aviles admits that contrary to company policy, he routinely added his personal email address to customers’ “ADT Pulse” accounts, giving himself real-time access to the video feeds from their homes.

In some instances, he claimed he needed to add himself temporarily in order to “test” the system; in other instances, he added himself without their knowledge.

According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Aviles took note of which homes had attractive women, then repeatedly logged into these customers’ accounts in order to view their footage for sexual gratification, he admits.

Plea papers indicate he watched numerous videos of naked women and couples engaging in sexual activity inside their homes.

Over a four and a half year period, Aviles secretly accessed roughly 200 customer accounts more than 9,600 times without their consent, he admits.

Aviles, who waived indictment and was charged via an information, now faces up to five years in federal prison.

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Protect your home with these discounted Eufy video doorbells and security cams


Smart home security used to be something of a luxury but HD cameras and video doorbells have become really affordable in recent years. If you’re yet to equip your home with an extra layer of security, today’s deals on Eufy doorbells and cameras make for the perfect opportunity to change that while saving yourself some cash.

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Eufy Security 2K smart video doorbell with free wireless chime

Eufy’s 2K Video Doorbell lets you speak to anyone who approaches your front door using an app on your phone. You’ll be able to see them too. Today’s discount scores you its best price since Black Friday with over $40 off.

$117.29 $159.99 $43 off

Take the Eufy 2K Video Doorbell, for example. It’s down to $117.29 right now at Amazon which is the lowest we’ve seen it go since Black Friday. In fact, this is the first time the doorbell and chime set has dropped below $150 since then.

Eufy’s 2K video doorbell has 2560 x 1920 resolution with HDR and distortion correction, which ensures quality video recordings. With two-way audio, you can hear and speak directly to anyone who approaches your door. The camera uses advanced AI technology and algorithms to detect body shapes and face patterns. The system is designed to be weather-resistant too, so you don’t have to worry about it being outdoors and exposed to the elements.

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You’ll receive alerts to your phone showing you who is at the door, and you can communicate straight from the phone to let your guests know when you’ll be back. The included wireless chime alerts you to activity at your door even if you are away from your phone. Eufy’s doorbell is compatible with Alexa, so you can use your Echo device with a screen to check in on your front door at any time. It also works with Google Assistant.

The battery-powered HD version is also on sale for just $90, a 30% saving.

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eufyCam 2C Wireless Home Security System (2-camera Kit)

Stream video live or record it for later in 1080p. The cameras feature a 180-day battery, 135-degree field of view, detailed night vision, smart alerts, and IP67 weatherproofing.

$169.99 $199.99 $30 off

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Home security cams hacked in Singapore, and stolen footage sold on adult websites

Video clips stolen from more than 50,000 hacked cameras have been uploaded to pornographic websites, and X-rated footage sold to people prepared to pay a subscription fee of US $ 150. Read more in my article on the Bitdefender BOX blog.
Graham Cluley

2 Romanians charged with hacking DC surveillance cams in ransomware scheme

  1. 2 Romanians charged with hacking DC surveillance cams in ransomware scheme  CBS News
  2. US says Romanians hacked Washington DC police cameras  BBC News
  3. Two Romanians arrested for hacking into 123 DC police surveillance cameras before inauguration  NBCNews.com
  4. Romanian hackers took over DC surveillance cameras just before presidential inauguration, federal prosecutors say  Washington Post
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