Weakness that was already starting to be exploited by hackers ( hackers ) . Proofpoint security firm reports cited by TechCrunch says that more than 100,000 devices that have an internet connection ( including routers , multimedia center , smart TVs , and refrigerators ) has been the victim of hackers between late December 2013 to early January 2013 .
Devices such unfortunate attacked by botnets which makes them into a "zombie " to launch an attack spamming e - mail . The goal is to various companies and individuals around the world . E - mail spam is sent in waves , three times a day , each one sending 100,000 electronic mail .
