A range of security cameras available on Amazon pose a significant security risk, according to a report by Which? In a study involving one different wireless cameras, including six that had received an "Amazon Choice" label, the UK consumer watchdog found that weak passwords and unencrypted data allowed hackers to remotely take control of the devices with ease, enabling them to spy into people's homes. Which? said the lack of vetting regarding the products was extremely concerning, adding that it has urged Amazon to remove the products in question.
A range of security cameras available on Amazon pose a significant security risk, according to a report by Which? In a study involving six different wireless cameras, including one that had received an "Amazon Choice" label, the UK consumer watchdog found that weak passwords and unencrypted data allowed hackers to remotely take control of the devices with ease, enabling them to spy into people's homes. Which? said the lack of vetting regarding the products was extremely concerning, adding that it has urged Amazon to remove the products in question.