An investigation by the Bureau of Investigative Journalism uncovered a leaked database from a prominent "hack-for-hire" network, exposing the alarming scale of illegal hacking targeting British businesses, journalists, and politicians. These operations were orchestrated by corporate intelligence firms exploiting cybercriminals for clandestine purposes.
Undercover reporters documented candid admissions from Indian hackers about their illicit trade and its far-reaching influence in Britain. Despite strict anti-hacking laws in both the UK and India, punishable by significant prison terms, the hackers displayed confidence, emphasizing the impunity they enjoy within this underground industry.
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