Azerbaijan’s State Security Service tackles surveillance camera cyber breach
A vulnerability in digital video recorders allowed attackers to access and sell live camera feeds from homes and offices.
Azerbaijan’s State Security Service has disrupted a significant cybersecurity breach targeting surveillance cameras nationwide. The agency says unauthorised remote access had allowed attackers to capture and leak footage of private homes and offices.
The attackers exploited a digital video recorder (DVR) system vulnerability, intercepting live camera feeds. Footage of private family life was reportedly uploaded to foreign websites and even sold online.
In response, the State Security Service of Azerbaijan coordinated with other state bodies to identify compromised systems and locations. Technical inspections revealed a widespread security flaw in the surveillance devices.
The vulnerability was reported to the foreign manufacturer of the equipment, with an urgent request for a fix. Illegally uploaded footage has since been removed from affected platforms.
Citizens are urged to avoid using devices of unknown origin and follow best practices when managing digital systems. Authorities emphasised the importance of protecting personal data and maintaining cyber hygiene.
Would you like to learn more about AI, tech and digital diplomacy? If so, ask our Diplo chatbot!