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The Verge
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

This 'Amazon's Choice' video doorbell could let just about anyone spy on you

Some retailers continue to sell vulnerable doorbell cameras despite security concerns
Consumer Reports highlight lax security on Aiwit doorbell cameras sold under different brands [ more ]
Engadget
2 months ago
Digital life

Surprise, this $30 video doorbell has serious security issues

Video doorbells under various brands from the Chinese company Eken have serious security flaws, exposing users' IP address and WiFi network name.
Ownership and control of these doorbells can be easily taken over by hackers via the Aiwit app, potentially compromising users' safety and privacy. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Popular video doorbells can be easily hijacked, researchers find | TechCrunch

Internet-connected doorbell cameras have security flaws allowing easy hackability.
Consumer Reports found security and privacy flaws in EKEN doorbell cameras, prompting removal from some online marketplaces. [ more ]
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Theregister
1 month ago
Information security

Microsoft security bypass bug said to be under exploit

Microsoft fixed 149 security flaws on Patch Tuesday.
A vulnerability, CVE-2024-26234, was actively exploited with a backdoor in Windows. [ more ]
DevOps.com
3 months ago
Information security

Veracode Report Shines Spotlight on Massive Application Security Debt - DevOps.com

42% of applications have unfixed flaws for over a year
46% of organizations have critical security debt [ more ]
Nextgov.com
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

GSA used 'egregiously flawed' data to clear purchase of Chinese-made cameras, watchdog says

The General Services Administration (GSA) used flawed market research in purchasing Chinese-made video conferencing cameras that did not comply with U.S. trade standards.
The cameras have known security flaws that can be exploited to access camera owners' networks. [ more ]
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