Overview

• Robert Temple, a UK hypnotist, was jailed for eight months for hacking into women's accounts and selling their intimate photos.
• He exploited his stage skills for social engineering, hacking social media to fulfill specific requests for intimate images.
• Victims, including Ellie Norman, were approached under false pretenses, leading to identity theft and unauthorized use of personal photos.
• The police investigation revealed Temple's operation on an online forum targeting women, with thousands reported hacked in the past year.
• Authorities emphasize the importance of strong, unique passwords and 2-step verification to protect against such cybercrimes.