VIDEO: 97 arrested for using BlackShades software

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Tuesday, May 20, 2014
VIDEO: 97 arrested for using BlackShades software

A worldwide operation resulted in the arrests of 97 people in 16 countries for using malicious software called BlackShades.

Cyber hackers would use the software to peep into the computers and web cams of others without their knowledge.

Experts say computer owners should always use good security software. The BlackShades software was sold online for about $40 to thousands of customers in more than 100 countries.

Authorities say the website has been taken down.

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