Hackers apparently used cross-site scripting attacks to prank YouTube users over the weekend, injecting pop-ups and redirecting viewers to pornographic websites. Google says it's identified and fixed the vulnerability. "Preventing XSS attacks requires a lot of code review and, generally, outside consultants to help," explained ESET's Randy Abrams.
Shaz from TL writes: “Linus Sebastian’s media company, Linus Media Group, is under fire. From ethical concerns with videos, to allegations of workplace harassment.”
If you need (or prefer) to read video content on YouTube, you have options.
Netflix has informed customers that password sharing will soon be strictly prohibited.
