The attack relied on victims setting simple passwords which could be guessed by software within seconds.
GoPro said its security was adequate. more
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Hero4 Minicam Easily Forced into Spycam Servitude by "Criminals"
A security firm has warned it is "too easy" for criminals to take control of GoPro cameras which could then be used to spy on their owners.
Pen Test Partners showed the BBC how it could gain access to a Hero4 camera that appeared to be turned off, to secretly watch or eavesdrop on users, or to view and delete existing videos.
The attack relied on victims setting simple passwords which could be guessed by software within seconds.
GoPro said its security was adequate. more
The attack relied on victims setting simple passwords which could be guessed by software within seconds.
GoPro said its security was adequate. more
