Installing surveillance cameras at home is becoming a popular demand for households in the era of technological development.
Cameras are considered a "magic eye" that helps users feel more secure in protecting their assets, children and relatives. However, few people expect that this device, which is used for protection, can be taken advantage of, becoming a tool for cybercriminals to commit illegal acts in a sophisticated and unpredictable manner.
The convenience of surveillance cameras comes with great risks if users do not clearly understand threats related to cybersecurity. In many cases, it is the subjectivity of users that has unintentionally created opportunities for hackers to exploit.
Cybersecurity experts warn that hackers can easily attack surveillance camera systems through small loopholes such as using a default password, not updating software or installing cameras in inappropriate locations.
One of the popular tricks is hackers scanning the IP address and the camera's open ports. If the device is detected to not be well secured, they can quickly invade, take control and monitor all family activities. Many users, due to lack of knowledge or laziness to change the default password, accidentally paved the way for hackers to break in without knowing it.
Modern camera lines with two-way recording and communication features have become an ideal target for this type of attack. After taking control of the camera, the subjects often aim to follow the family's schedule.
Thereby, they grasp the time to leave home, travel habits and blind spots in the security system, thereby planning for thefts or breakthroughs.
