James_F
02-13-03, 08:43 AM
http://www.nytimes.com/2003/02/12/national/12TEEV.html?ex=1045717200&en=7719d6b234d73e6c&ei=5007&partner=USERLAND
Seventeen people have been charged with developing technology used to steal millions of dollars in satellite television service. The charges culminated a yearlong federal investigation into the underground world of computer hackers, the authorities announced today.
One key defendant, Randyl Walter, 43, pleaded guilty to manufacturing satellite decryption devices, admitting responsibility for nearly $15 million in losses to satellite companies like Dish Network and DirecTV. He faces fines up to $500,000 and a maximum of five years in prison. Nine other defendants have also agreed to plead guilty to charges related to significant losses by the companies.
BTW, the FEDS are here!!!! :eek2: :scratch: :computer: :coffee
"The hacking community should understand from this announcement we've infiltrated their chat rooms and Web sites, and we are identifying targets and bringing charges when appropriate," Mr. Spertus said.
Seventeen people have been charged with developing technology used to steal millions of dollars in satellite television service. The charges culminated a yearlong federal investigation into the underground world of computer hackers, the authorities announced today.
One key defendant, Randyl Walter, 43, pleaded guilty to manufacturing satellite decryption devices, admitting responsibility for nearly $15 million in losses to satellite companies like Dish Network and DirecTV. He faces fines up to $500,000 and a maximum of five years in prison. Nine other defendants have also agreed to plead guilty to charges related to significant losses by the companies.
BTW, the FEDS are here!!!! :eek2: :scratch: :computer: :coffee
"The hacking community should understand from this announcement we've infiltrated their chat rooms and Web sites, and we are identifying targets and bringing charges when appropriate," Mr. Spertus said.