Son Naeun has become the latest victim of cybercrime, with her personal phone being hacked and her private information compromised.
The hacker has been blackmailing the 31-year-old actress and demanded money in exchange for not releasing sensitive information.
On February 12, YG Entertainment, her agency, released a statement and vowed to take strong legal action against the perpetrator. The statement reads, “We would like to inform you that actress Son Naeun’s personal cell phone was recently hacked.
The hacker demanded money in exchange for not disclosing the illegally collected data, and Son Naeun responded once because she did not want to cause harm to her family and friends.
However, the hackers did not stop there, and are now threatening her again, demanding more money. The situation has taken a mental toll on the actress, as she has been contacting her family and friends.
This case is already under formal investigation by the police, and we are clear that we will take strong legal action against any criminal behavior related to invasion of privacy and blackmail
Finally, we respectfully request that you refrain from reporting on unconfirmed facts as this is an ongoing investigation.”
Meanwhile, Son Naeun launched her career in 2011 as a vocalist and visual center of the popular K-pop group Apink, capturing the hearts of many fans. Following her departure from Apink, Son transitioned to acting, showcasing her talents in various dramas such as “Cinderella and the Four Knights,” “Romance in the House,” “Ghost Doctor,” and “Agency.” Her latest project includes a cameo appearance in “The Tale of Lady Ok.”
