Webcam hack uncovered: how you can protect yourself

UK authorities say action is required after a website was found to be broadcasting private webcam footage from homes and gyms

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Webcam users are being advised to check their online security after the discovery of a website broadcasting live feeds from private cameras, baby monitors and CCTV systems.

The site, based in Russia, was found to be streaming video from webcams around the world that use default passwords or no log-in details at all, the BBC reports.

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