This post reveals how to tell if your security camera has been hacked.
Security cameras monitor what is going on around in real-time in the place it was installed. Some security cameras go beyond that and record whatever is going on in real time such that it can be reviewed in the future. This is done such that in case an incident occurs in the presence of the camera, everything is rewatched later to know exactly what happened.
Unfortunately, the reliability of security cameras gets depleted when they are hacked. Records can be changed, functionality can be changed, and records could also be deleted. You would not want that if you owned a security camera.
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But it is not just a matter of now wanting. Telling that your security camera has been hacked is better. Read on to find out how.
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How to tell if your security camera has been hacked
a) Previous logins
There are some security cameras that come with apps that let you keep track of your account’s login history. Auditing for any additional logins, more specifically from unusual locations or devices, as they reveal who is illegally accessing your camera.
b) Modified password
Whenever you are setting up a security camera for the first time, you will frequently be asked to create a new account with the provider.
But if the security camera unexpectedly requests you to enter your password, chances are your camera has been hacked. There are times when you might receive an email saying that someone changed your password, but that will not always be the case.
c) Unusual sounds coming from the camera
Some security cameras support talking and listening through them. When you hear strange voices coming through the cameras, know you have been hacked!
d) Watch the lights
LED lights are an essential visual aspect to keep people alert. Some camera brands have LED lights that blink when someone accesses the camera.
When you are not operating your security camera, on the other hand, the LED lights are flashing rapidly, which could be a sign someone is trying to connect to the camera.
e) Unusually high data consumption
Security cameras normally use up a lot of data streaming live video to the cloud. When your smart camera transfers large amounts of data, particularly when you are not accessing it, it is possible that it has been hacked.