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Researchers discover 40,000 private webcams exposed online: how to secure yours now
- Over 40,000 webcams worldwide are publicly accessible online, potentially exposing private and secure environments.
- Exposed webcams include security cameras, baby monitors, office surveillance systems, and devices in hospitals and factories.
- Accessing these cameras often requires no elite hacking skills, just a web browser and valid IP address.
- Dark web forums are discussing methods to locate exposed cameras and even sell access to live feeds.
- Concerns arise over the wide range of content exposed, from innocuous views to sensitive scenes like homes and data centers.
- Security risks stem from default credentials, open internet access, and outdated firmware on these cameras.
- The U.S. leads with approximately 14,000 exposed cameras, followed by Japan, Austria, Czechia, and South Korea.
- Recommendations include using cybersecurity-vetted products, antivirus software, and parental control solutions.
- Users are advised to check remote accessibility settings, change default passwords, update firmware, and enforce firewall protections.
- It’s crucial for manufacturers to enhance device security and for users to stay vigilant in securing their connected devices.
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