Why you should stop using this camera immediately-Information Technology

Recently, security researchers at Bitdefender have disclosed several critical vulnerabilities in Wyze’s CCTV cameras, allowing hackers to remotely execute code and view video on memory cards.

Wyze cameras contain security holes

Basically, this vulnerability allows hackers to access the videos stored on the camera’s memory card or see what’s happening live. Because so many people use Wyze CCTV cameras there are many privacy risks.

Previously, researchers also discovered two vulnerabilities on Wyze’s CCTV, including authentication bypass vulnerability (CVR-2019-9564) and remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2019-12266). ). Even though Wyze has known for a long time, he is still very indifferent and slow to release patches.

Wyze Camera contains security holes. Photo: Getty Images

Currently, the company has patched the vulnerability related to remote memory card access on January 29, however, this update is only available for versions V2 v V3 (V1 is no longer supported). ). This means that users of the V1 camera are still at risk of being hacked.

Sharing with Gizmodo, a Wyze representative said that the affected devices have now received the patch. At the same time, affirming to always care about the privacy and security of users.

In Vietnam, cheap camera lines like Wyze are sold quite popularly on e-commerce sites. Therefore, before buying CCTV, users should refer to the above information Internet to get a better overview, instead of just looking at the cheap price and not caring about security.

Most apartments today are usually pre-installed with intercom systems, lights, heaters, refrigerators, cameras… and smart devices, allowing users to control everything. remotely by phone.

However, if you do not know how to secure, smart devices can put you at more risk, such as surveillance cameras. If the hacker succeeds in breaking into the device, they can use the home camera itself to spy on you and record all the private activities.

How to use CCTV more safely?

Compared to a few years ago, home and child monitoring devices… are no longer too expensive for the vast majority of users. However, there are always two sides to every problem, if you don’t know how to secure it, you can completely expose your private photos or videos from the device used to monitor your home.

According to Bitdefender’s security experts, if the camera owner does not change the default username or password, he will face many unpredictable dangers, easily being monitored remotely.

Users should change the default password after installing the camera. Photo: Tieu MINH

Similarly, Thanh Lam, a technician specializing in camera installation, said: “After the installation is complete, I often recommend that customers change the default password so that no one can access the camera illegally. Besides, most IP cameras now support setting a password or PIN to protect the device, you can find this option in the settings of each camera.”

If you do not know how to change the default password, you can ask a technician or installer to change it as you like, and regularly update the device’s software. Choose reputable brands or those that have been patched.

Not long ago, Tom’s Guide also discovered at least 47 camera brands affected, almost all of them sold on Amazon, eBay …

Most of the affected camera models are located in Asia. However, an estimated 700,000 devices are in use in Europe and 100,000 in the UK. Some of the affected brands include Alptop, Besderec, COOAU, CPVAN, Ctronics, Dericam, Jennov, LEFTEK, Luowice, QZT and Tenvis.

Carefully check the information before buying a surveillance camera. Photo: Tieu MINH