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40,000 Unsecured Cameras Expose Major Cybersecurity Risks

6/12/2025

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A shocking report from Bitsight uncovers more than 40,000 unsecured internet-connected cameras, mainly in the U.S. and Japan, leaving live feeds vulnerable to prying eyes. These security gaps, affecting critical sectors like healthcare and transportation, raise alarms about potential espionage and data breaches, underscoring an urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

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A shocking report from Bitsight uncovers more than 40,000 unsecured internet-connected cameras, mainly in the U.S. and Japan, leaving live feeds vulnerable to prying eyes. These security gaps, affecting critical sectors like healthcare and transportation, raise alarms about potential espionage and data breaches, underscoring an urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.