Cloud CCTV systems are currently at the peak of all surveillance systems. The main difference between them and the others is storage. These systems store footage on reliable and secure servers via the internet. Traditional systems store them in on-site hardware like NVR or DVRs. This footage can be accessed from anywhere, anytime, with the necessary authentication. There is no doubt that these systems are more secure than traditional systems that store footage on on-site hardware. But how secure are they?
In this blog, let’s explore how safe they are and how to maximise it.
Physical Tampering
The “smash and grab” tactics are common among burglars and thieves. Most of them are aware of where CCTV footage is recorded and how to tamper with it. When they break in, they make sure to destroy or steal the recording devices like DVRs and NVRs. Due to this, very often businesses face trouble with insurance and helping authorities.
Cloud-based CCTV systems are obviously a great solution against this tactic. This system transfers footage from cameras to a remote storage away from the site. So, you are safe from physical exploitation.
Software Breaches
The next level of danger is the exploitation in the software domain. This includes hackers and exploiters who have excellent knowledge of IT. These hackers pick specifically vulnerable surveillance systems for break-ins. A camera system becomes vulnerable if it isn’t updated regularly.
Day by day, hackers find new methods to breach into systems. Your camera systems must be updated to battle against this evolving group of breachers. They can steal footage, hijack the system, or spy on live feed.
Most cloud-based CCTV systems are automatically updated by providers. Providers constantly check for the latest vulnerabilities and update systems to make them safe.
Inbuilt Weaknesses
One of the major weaknesses of traditional camera systems is port forwarding. This offers an open port for unauthorised users to access the NVR through your firewall. Traditional systems often get exploited due to this in-built weakness. Attackers use tools to scan for these open ports, bypass them, and gain control. This control gained can be used to exploit other devices connected to your network as well.
Modern cloud-based CCTV systems use encrypted connections. These connections are outbound, unlike traditional systems, allowing no access to authorised users. They are connected to a central cloud server, making it even safer.
User Responsibility
Like many technologies, user responsibility is critical to their security. Cloud providers like AWS and Google Cloud offer the most secure infrastructure for your systems. These are tested and refined for years to safeguard against attackers. But, at the end of the day, users are responsible for managing access.
Setting strong passwords and managing permissions are in your hands. As a practice, you need to make sure you monitor who accesses logs and check for unusual activity. It is better if you have an individual who is well educated about the subject. They should know how to recognise attacks on time and follow best security practices. If there are multiple users, it is a must to educate them all about these practices.
Cloud-based CCTV systems are the epitome of safety, but can be vulnerable if users become irresponsible.
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