You might want to unplug this not-so-smart robot: researchers found they can watch video streams piped out from its security camera.
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Ring makes 2FA mandatory to keep hackers out of your doorbell account
Amazon is following Google’s lead by forcing all users to use two-factor authentication when logging into their Ring accounts.
Webcam woes – world’s oldest online camera struggles with security
Webcams are older than you think – but the oldest one still running won’t be around much longer.
Google’s Nest webcam needs patching after flaws found
The list of vulnerabilities recently discovered by researchers relate to one model, the Nest Cam IQ Indoor camera.
Airbnb Superhost’s creepy spycam sniffed out by sleuthing infosec pro
Why motion sensors in the bedrooms, she wondered? Why the extra light and weird wiring on the router?
Serious Security: How three minor bugs make one major exploit
In this story, three webcam bugs that weren’t critical one-by-one could be combined into an exploit giving total device takeover.
Blackshades webcam voyeur spared jail over stolen webcam images
A hacker who used the BlackShades malware to spy on unsuspecting victims has been given a suspended jail term and ordered to do community service.
Alleged sextortionist arrested in Texas – Here’s how to protect yourself
The 26-year-old man was charged with internet stalking, producing child abuse images, and coercing a minor into sexual activity.
Webcam spy sends couple photos of previous night’s Netflix snuggle session
Unbeknown to the couple, they were actually sharing their movie night with a spy who was watching them via the webcam on their laptop.
Google profits from YouTube RAT infestation, says consumer group
YouTube has thousands of videos on stealing images and spreading malware, along with examples of stolen streams from “slave” devices.