Secure IP cameras before they become a spying tool
The AIVD and MIVD warn that Russian state hackers are exploiting vulnerable IP cameras for espionage, including a small number in the Netherlands.
The primary recommendations are: disable UPnP, avoid port forwarding, use a VPN, and restrict internet access to the camera. Replace default passwords, install firmware updates, and disable unnecessary protocols such as Telnet and FTP. Furthermore, place IP cameras on a separate VLAN to prevent a compromise from spreading through the network.
The warning emphasizes that poorly secured IoT devices pose a strategic risk to both organisations and national security.