According to OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project), the following credentials are the most common globally:
Encrypting video feeds from the camera lens to the storage server to prevent "man-in-the-middle" cyberattacks. Final Verdict
Surveillance has become a cornerstone of urban safety in Delhi, with over 270,000 cameras installed to monitor streets, mohalla clinics, and markets. However, as the network grows, so do concerns regarding data privacy and technical security, particularly around "default passwords" and foreign-made hardware. The Security Challenge: Beyond Just a Password
: A major point of contention between the Delhi government and the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) was a draft report suggesting that police permission and reporting be mandatory for all CCTV owners and data controllers. Privacy Concerns : Critics and digital rights activists have questioned the lack of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Protecting any CCTV system from hackers is a multi-step process that goes beyond just changing the password. According to security experts, here are the key steps to safeguard your surveillance network:
To provide free, accessible internet to every citizen.
Arvind Kejriwal sat at his wooden desk, staring at the blueprints for the city’s newest "Digital Safety" initiative. The goal was simple: install thousands of CCTV cameras and provide free Wi-Fi to every neighborhood.
The network is maintained by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) , a central government undertaking.