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Wyze introduces VerifiedView, a new security feature that ensures only the owner can view their camera footage by embedding a user ID marker into the video metadata, preventing unauthorized access and addressing past security flaws.
Wyze has released the Wyze Bulb Cam, a $50 smart device that combines a 2K camera with a dimmable smart bulb, offering features like color night vision, local and cloud recording, and two-way audio, making it a versatile addition to smart home setups.
Wyze has introduced a new smart bulb that doubles as a security camera, called the Wyze Bulb Cam, which installs directly into compatible light fixtures, offering motion detection, 2K resolution, and smart alerts, with additional features available through a subscription. It aims to combine lighting and security in a single device, though it faces some limitations like dependency on light switch status and compatibility with existing fixtures.
Smart camera company Wyze experienced a security breach last week due to a glitch with its AWS cloud service, allowing about 13,000 users to see footage from other users' security cameras. The breach was attributed to a third-party caching client library that mixed up device and user IDs during a surge in demand, leading to incorrect data connections. Wyze has added new safeguards to prevent a recurrence and has notified affected users, emphasizing that the majority of accounts were not impacted.
Wyze, a smart camera maker, experienced a security glitch last week that caused about 13,000 users to see footage from other users' cameras due to a third-party caching client library and an influx in demand. The company blamed the incident on a system error and has added a new layer of verification to prevent it from happening again. This is not the first security incident for Wyze, as a data leak in 2019 exposed millions of customer email addresses and other sensitive information.
A security breach in Wyze cameras allowed 13,000 users to view images and videos from other people's cameras due to a system overload and mapping error. The company attributed the issue to a third-party caching client library and has since disabled the events tab, contacted affected users, and implemented new verification measures to prevent future breaches. While only a small percentage of users were impacted, the breach has raised significant privacy concerns for those affected.
A security incident at Wyze resulted in at least 13,000 users being able to view other users' video feeds due to a glitch caused by a third-party caching client library. The company attributes the issue to a sudden surge in demand after a widespread outage. Wyze has apologized for the confusion and frustration caused and has implemented additional verification measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
A recent outage at Wyze led to the cameras of 13,000 customers being semi-accessible to other accounts due to a third-party caching client library glitch, with over 1,500 users tapping on the thumbnails from other users. This isn't the first time Wyze has had such issues, as a similar problem occurred last year and a security flaw was confirmed in 2022. To prevent future incidents, Wyze has added a new layer of verification before users are connected to event videos and modified its system to bypass caching for checks on user-device relationships.
A breach in Wyze cameras allowed 13,000 customers to view footage from other people's homes, despite the company initially stating it only affected 14 people. The breach occurred due to an Amazon Web Services outage, causing a third-party caching client library to mix up device and user IDs. This is not the first time Wyze has faced security issues, with previous incidents including a security flaw in 2022 and a data leak in 2019. The company has notified affected users and added a new layer of verification to prevent future breaches, but some users remain skeptical of their explanation.
Wyze, a security camera company, revealed that a breach allowed 13,000 customers to briefly see into other customers' homes due to a third-party caching client library error. The incident occurred as the company was bringing its cameras back online, causing unauthorized access to thumbnails and video footage. Wyze has apologized and attributed part of the blame to its web hosting provider AWS, and is implementing additional verification measures to prevent future breaches. Outraged customers are considering deleting their accounts, and potential legal action may follow.
Wyze camera owners experienced a security issue that allowed some users to see thumbnails of cameras that were not their own in the Events tab, following an outage caused by an Amazon Web Services problem. The company has confirmed the issue, identified 14 incidents, and taken down the Events tab. Wyze is notifying affected users, forcibly logging out recent app users to reset tokens, and investigating the cause to prevent future occurrences. This incident comes after Wyze's previous handling of a security flaw in its Wyze Cam v1 model, which was not disclosed to customers or fixed until three years later.
WYZE customers report being able to see inside other people's homes due to a glitch in the home security camera system, with one woman in South Bend, Indiana, witnessing footage from a different time zone. The company's office was found nearly empty, with no one available to address the issue. WYZE has acknowledged disruptions and login difficulties, and disabled the events tab in the app to investigate the security issue. Customers are concerned about the breach's implications for their privacy and security.
Wyze cameras experienced a security issue where at least a dozen users were able to see thumbnails of cameras that were not their own in the Events tab, allowing them to briefly see into a stranger's property. This occurred after an AWS outage caused server overload and corrupted user data. Wyze has taken down the Events tab, added an extra layer of verification, and is force logging out all users who have used the Wyze app to reset tokens. The company is currently identifying affected users and plans to notify them, as well as all Wyze users, about the incident. This is the second time a Wyze error has allowed strangers to briefly peek inside others' homes, raising concerns about privacy and security.
Wyze security cameras experienced an outage, preventing users from accessing their smart home devices and apps, with reports of issues starting as early as 4AM ET. As of just before 1PM ET, many Wyze owners reported their devices were back online, with the company confirming the restoration and ongoing investigation into an issue with the Events Tab. The problem was attributed to an issue with their AWS partner, impacting device connection and causing login difficulties. Wyze has faced previous privacy incidents, including a 2019 data breach and a security flaw, and has not yet provided details on the cause of the recent problem.
Wyze has released its second generation wired floodlight camera, the Wyze Cam Floodlight V2, with significant upgrades including 2K HD resolution, 160-degree field of view, and 2800 lumens of light. Priced at $83.99 plus shipping, with a launch special of $53.99, it's one of the cheapest floodlight cameras available. However, recent security incidents have raised concerns, leading some review sites to withdraw recommendations for Wyze products. The V2 offers local storage options, but caution is advised if not using local storage. Despite the security concerns, the new model offers compelling features such as full-color night vision, two-way talk, and 105db siren, making it a value proposition for those willing to use local storage.