Cybersecurity risks pose grave challenges for Web camera makers

Though internet-enabled cameras are gaining in popularity, concerns are growing about personal safety risks and public security threats, a new report said.

According to a report from Beijing Huashunxinan Technology Co Ltd and Baimaohui Security Research Institute, a total of 26.35 million cameras in 228 countries and regions could be accessed via public networks by the end of November 2018, which may bring severe risks if not managed properly.

With the rapid development of the internet of things sector, cybersecurity is not only related to the internet but involves personal safety, infrastructure and public security, the report said.