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Security flaws found in Mattel's Hello Barbie doll
Security researchers discovered vulnerabilities in Mattel's Hello Barbie doll that could allow hackers to access recordings of children's conversations. The flaws were found in the companion app and cloud server. ToyTalk, the software maker, is patching the issues. No actual hacks have been reported.
- Date it happened
- 2015-12-04
- Organisation involved
- Mattel
- Product, system or model
- Hello Barbie
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