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MNN Global · December 1, 2025 · 1 min read

Over 120,000 home cameras hacked for exploitation footage

What happened: Hackers accessed more than 120,000 cameras in private homes and various businesses, including karaoke rooms, a Pilates studio, and a gynaecologist's clinic, to obtain footage for exploitation purposes.

Why it matters:

  • The breach invades personal privacy and security for thousands of individuals and businesses.
  • Sensitive locations targeted raise concerns about data protection in healthcare and private settings.

MNN Take: This incident highlights the risks of inadequate security on internet-connected cameras and the need for stronger safeguards to protect users' privacy.

Sources: BBC News (Breaking)