How to secure all your webcams
There are a few settings that you may not be aware of, or have not set correctly.
Hackers can get access to your cameras on any device and steal your information. So here are some tips to secure your cameras and save guard your privacy.
TABLET AND SMARTPHONE CAMERAS
Basic rule is, if you don't want the world to see something, then don't put it on your smartphone or tablet. You never know when it might get out somehow.
Spying apps are the biggest danger either from someone close to you or a stranger.
-Download apps from trusted sources.
-Make sure that your screen lock is enabled.
-Do not share your password, pattern or PIN with anyone.
-If you think a spy app is already installed, do a factory reset of your phone - after you back up your
information.
COMPUTER WEBCAMS
Hackers require your permission to get on to your computer remotely, Hackers do this with fake email attachments, malicious links, Trojan viruses, phony tech support calls, and so forth. Once you're tricked into running a file, clicking a link or inviting them on to your system, they can take control and do whatever they want.
- Avoid clicking on unsolicited email attachments and links.
-Keep your security software up to date.
-Don't believe someone who contacts you claiming to be tech support for a major company.
-Turn off Remote Assistance.
Go to Start>>Control Panel. In the Search box in the upper right corner, type "remote" and then click the "Allow remote access to your computer" link.
Uncheck the "Allow Remote Assistance connections to this computer" option and click OK.
-If you have a company laptop, it could have spying software on it. So don't use it for anything that you don't want to anyone else to see.
WI-FI Cameras
Internet-enabled security cameras and baby monitors are a common these days. When setting these device most people leave the default username and password in place. And hackers know the default login information for every gadget on the market.
Always change the default information when setting your new device. So make sure your camera has a unique password. You can change that in the security settings on the device.
There are a few settings that you may not be aware of, or have not set correctly.
Hackers can get access to your cameras on any device and steal your information. So here are some tips to secure your cameras and save guard your privacy.
TABLET AND SMARTPHONE CAMERAS
Basic rule is, if you don't want the world to see something, then don't put it on your smartphone or tablet. You never know when it might get out somehow.
Spying apps are the biggest danger either from someone close to you or a stranger.
-Download apps from trusted sources.
-Make sure that your screen lock is enabled.
-Do not share your password, pattern or PIN with anyone.
-If you think a spy app is already installed, do a factory reset of your phone - after you back up your
information.
COMPUTER WEBCAMS
Hackers require your permission to get on to your computer remotely, Hackers do this with fake email attachments, malicious links, Trojan viruses, phony tech support calls, and so forth. Once you're tricked into running a file, clicking a link or inviting them on to your system, they can take control and do whatever they want.
- Avoid clicking on unsolicited email attachments and links.
-Keep your security software up to date.
-Don't believe someone who contacts you claiming to be tech support for a major company.
-Turn off Remote Assistance.
Go to Start>>Control Panel. In the Search box in the upper right corner, type "remote" and then click the "Allow remote access to your computer" link.
Uncheck the "Allow Remote Assistance connections to this computer" option and click OK.
-If you have a company laptop, it could have spying software on it. So don't use it for anything that you don't want to anyone else to see.
WI-FI Cameras
Internet-enabled security cameras and baby monitors are a common these days. When setting these device most people leave the default username and password in place. And hackers know the default login information for every gadget on the market.
Always change the default information when setting your new device. So make sure your camera has a unique password. You can change that in the security settings on the device.