"The Louvre is facing scrutiny over security deficiencies after an 80 million heist of France's crown jewels, with confidential documents revealing significant vulnerabilities. It was revealed that the simple password Louvre gave access to the museum's video surveillance server in 2014, and the cybersecurity software used Thales as its password. A 2014 cybersecurity audit by the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI) warned that critical protection and detection equipment, including alarms and video surveillance, were at risk."
"A 2015 security audit found the museum was insufficiently monitored, with only 39 per cent of rooms having cameras as of 2024, and recommended upgrades are not expected until 2032. Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the 19 October heist, though the stolen jewels have not yet been recovered, prompting the French culture minister to acknowledge security gaps."
Confidential documents detail major security vulnerabilities at the Louvre surrounding an 80 million theft of France's crown jewels. A simple password granted access to the museum's 2014 video surveillance server, and the cybersecurity software used 'Thales' as its password. A 2014 ANSSI audit warned that critical protection and detection equipment, including alarms and video surveillance, were at risk. A 2015 security audit found insufficient monitoring, with only 39 per cent of rooms having cameras as of 2024, and upgrades are not expected until 2032. Four suspects were arrested in connection with the 19 October heist, but the jewels remain unrecovered and officials acknowledged security gaps.
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