Security · Updated 24 Oct, 11:19 am IST

Hacker News thread shows root shell obtained on a Samsung TV

Why it matters for readers: It shows that TVs and other smart devices can be hacked, so you should be careful about updates and network exposure.

Hacker News users are discussing a demonstration of a root shell on a Samsung TV.1
The Hacker News post links to a tweet by the handle log4j that reportedly shows the root shell.1
The discussion drew high engagement on Hacker News, reflected in hundreds of points and many comments.1

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