In June 2025, Bitsight, a prominent cybersecurity research firm, published a report revealing that were vulnerable to remote hacking due to unsecured HTTP or RTSP (Real-Time Streaming Protocol) access. These cameras were found in homes, offices, factories, hospitals, and data centers. The researchers noted that many could be accessed by simply typing the camera's IP address and port into a web browser—no password required. Alarmingly, the situation had not improved since an earlier report in 2023, indicating a persistent failure in basic IoT security practices.
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This article is provided for educational and defensive purposes only. Unauthorized access to any device or system is illegal and unethical. Always obtain explicit permission before testing or accessing any system that is not your own. In June 2025, Bitsight, a prominent cybersecurity research
