• Three PlayStation Network hackers arrested

    Published on 11-06-11 at 10:32 AM AEST by
    rec
    Police have arrested three suspected hackers from the group Anonymous in Spain. After analysing more than two million lines recorded throughout internet chats, they were able to be located in Barcelona, Times Live reports. These suspects are said to be a few of the same members who launched attacks on governments such as Egypt, Iran and New Zealand.
    "One of them had in his home a server on which they coordinated and executed computer attacks on government, financial and business web pages around the world," police said in statement.


    It has not been verified what exact roles they played in the attacks on Sony's PlayStation Network, and Anonymous continue to deny conducting the attack. Sony's Kaz Hirai said just yesterday that the company may never catch those responsible or find out exactly what customer information they stole.

    Spaniards swoop on Anonymous hackers [Times Live]

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    1. rec's Avatar
      rec - 14-06-11, 09:59 AM
      Anon took down the the Spanish police force's website for about an hour yesterday...

      "It has come to our attention that you deemed it necessary to arrest three of our fellow anons, ... which you claim to be the leaders of Anonymous and for their participation in DDoS attacks against various websites...

      "First and foremost, DDoSing is an act of peaceful protest on the Internet. The activity is no different than sitting peacefully in front of a shop denying entry. Just as is the case with traditional forms of protest...

      "Regardless of how many times you are told, you refuse to understand. There are no leaders of Anonymous. Anonymous is not based on personal distinction...

      "Arresting somebody for taking part in a DDoS attack is exactly like arresting somebody for attending a peaceful demonstration in their hometown. Anonymous believes this right to peacefully protest is one of the fundamental pillars of any democracy...

      "You have not detained three participants of Anonymous. We have no members and we are not a group of any kind. You have, however, detained three civilians expressing themselves...

      "You are providing us with the fuel, but now you must expect the fire."

      BBC News - Spanish police website hit by Anonymous hackers
    1. Aegis's Avatar
      Aegis - 14-06-11, 10:18 AM
      "The activity is no different than sitting peacefully in front of a shop denying entry." how do they figure that? Last i checked businesses aren't charged for protesters standing out front of their business and determined clients could still get through if they had to.
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