In a surprising and concerning incident, the YouTube channels of renowned Indian content creators Tanmay Bhat, Aishwarya Mohanraj, Abdu Rozik, and journalist Barkha Dutt’s ‘The Mojo Story‘ have recently fallen victim to a serious cybersecurity breach.
Hackers, with unknown motives, successfully gained unauthorized access to these channels, resulting in the deletion of all video content and the alteration of channel names to “Tesla Corp.” This breach has disrupted their content and raised concerns about the potential compromise of personal information belonging to millions of subscribers.
This unfortunate event serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of online platforms and the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. It highlights the importance of safeguarding the digital presence of content creators and protecting the privacy of their loyal audience.
Witness this video posted by hackers on Abdu Rozak‘s YouTube Channel, which raises alarms about online vulnerabilities:
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The Targeted YouTube Channels:
Tanmay Bhat
Widely recognized as one of India’s most popular comedians and content creators, Tanmay Bhat has made a significant impact on the Indian entertainment scene through his YouTube channel. With a sharp sense of humor and a unique style, he has amassed a massive following of subscribers who eagerly await his comedic sketches, vlogs, and satirical commentary.
@YouTube @Google @YouTubeIndia hi guys – my YouTube / gmail account has been hacked. 2FA by passed. Need help urgently. Pls DM!
— Tanmay Bhat (@thetanmay) June 4, 2023
Aishwarya Mohanraj
A rising star in the Indian YouTube community, Aishwarya Mohanraj has quickly gained recognition for her versatile content. Her channel offers a diverse range of engaging and entertaining videos. Her natural charisma and infectious energy have endeared her to viewers, making her channel a favorite among those seeking lighthearted and relatable content.
@TeamYouTube hello my gmail account has been hacked and I have lost access to my YouTube channel as well can you pls help?
— Aishwarya Mohanraj (@AishwaryaMrj) June 4, 2023
Barkha Dutt
An esteemed journalist with a distinguished career, Barkha Dutt has ventured into the realm of YouTube to connect with her audience on a more personal level. Known for her fearless and insightful reporting, her channel serves as a platform for her to share her thoughts, opinions, and in-depth analysis of current affairs and social issues.
After hours of urging @TeamYouTube to act & being assured action is being taken, I woke up to find @themojostory channel content ALL DELETED by the hackers- four years of blood, toil, sweat, tears, 11 thousand videos, COVID work of 3 years, ALL GONE. I am heartbroken @nealmohan
— barkha dutt (@BDUTT) June 5, 2023
These accounts have been successfully restored, with the exception of Abdu’s channel.
With their massive viewership, these channels have become prime targets for hackers looking to exploit their broad reach and influence. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the constant threat of online vulnerabilities and the need for heightened cybersecurity measures.
