US Tops List of Unsecured Cameras Exposing Homes and Offices

A BitSight report reveals over 40,000 internet-connected security cameras globally are exposed, streaming live footage without protection. Learn how common devices, from home cameras to factory surveillance, pose privacy and security risks and get simple tips to secure your own.

A new study by BitSight TRACE shows that over 40,000 security cameras connected to the internet are openly available for anyone to see. These cameras, meant to keep us safe, are actually putting us at risk because they don’t have passwords or any protection. Bitsight first warned about this problem in 2023, and unfortunately, things haven’t gotten better.

It’s surprisingly easy to access these cameras; usually, all you need is a regular web browser and the camera’s internet address. This means the 40,000 cameras found are likely just a small part of a much bigger issue.

Where Are These Cameras Found?

These exposed ...