Jennifer Aniston's lawyers are threatening legal action after finding out that pictures of her sunbathing topless in her home are in circulation.

According to contactmusic.com, Aniston's lawyers are warning the world's media outlets that they will face lawsuits if they buy the photographs, which were taken by a paparazzo. The lawyers say they could face 'invasion-of-privacy' lawsuits if they use the shots.

The letter from Aniston's lawyer reads: "If you are approached and offered the right to acquire and publish (any) of the photographs, please inform the undersigned of the name and contact information of any person or persons who are offering to sell or license any of the photographs.

"Publication of the photographs would not only expose you to substantial damages but you will also be held liable for the embarrassment and emotional distress caused to Ms. Aniston by such publication."