Five dangers of ‘dodgy’ Fire Sticks that give access to premium Sky Sports channels after man is jailed for two years
In the UK, the use of modified Amazon Fire Sticks to access premium channels like Sky Sports without subscription is illegal and poses significant risks. Authorities are intensifying efforts to curb this practice, leading to substantial fines and imprisonment for offenders. Recently, a man was sentenced to two years in prison for selling such devices.
Beyond legal repercussions, these “jailbroken” devices expose users to cybersecurity threats, including malware that can compromise personal data and control other devices on the same network. Additionally, the lack of proper parental controls may result in children being exposed to inappropriate content. Authorities warn that the perceived benefits of using these devices do not outweigh the legal and security risks involved
