The person who hijacked this system transmitted the images using a powerful satellite. Nickelodeon does not air on 10:25 AM. (the time this was recorded). Instead, The Backyardigans were supposed to air. Somebody pre-recorded a tape and played it on this channel
On July 25th, 2005, children's television network Nickelodeon was hijacked by an unknown group of hackers. The hijack left viewers quite confused. Additionally, one of Nick's most popular and beloved characters, Spongebob Squarepants, lead to an uproar of concern from parents. The hackers replaced Nickelodeon's scheduled programming with an airing of the episode "Your shoe's untied". However, in this version, when SpongeBob falls, he does not get up. There were many other glitchy elements that were added. Viewers initially had difficulty deciphering what the message meant, leading to confusion and fear. In addition to having been hijacked, Spongebob Squarepants was also the subject of the hacked message, leading to further distress. The involvement of Spongebob added to the severity of the ordeal and further heightened the anxiety and distress related to the hijack. Nickelodeon released a statement indicating that the network believed that the video was a form of prank, but that nonetheless they would be investigating it thoroughly. The hijack of Nickelodeon on July 25th, 2005 served as a reminder of the vulnerability of television networks and their programs. It highlighted the concerns of both parents and network executives regarding the security of children's television. Thus, it forced the network to reevaluate its protocols and procedures for handling such an event. Despite the fears and discomfort caused by this experience, Nickelodeon was able to quickly respond to the situation and address parental concerns, ultimately reassuring viewers that the network was a safe and secure destination for children. BEST FRIENDS FOREVER CREDITS KIPCHIN1 AND ISTILLDONTUNDERSTAND VHS TRANSFER LOGOFUN12 ADDITIONAL EFFECTS YTR76 (written by tinywow)
