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Wyze Cameras Expose Users to Strangers' Feeds Again

In a repeat of past security issues, Wyze camera users report unauthorized access to others' home feeds following an AWS-related outage.

  • Wyze camera users experienced a security flaw allowing them to see thumbnails of other users' home feeds in the Events tab.
  • The issue occurred after an AWS outage and affected service, leading to corrupted user data and unauthorized access.
  • Wyze has identified 14 incidents and has taken steps to mitigate the issue, including disabling the Events tab and forcibly logging out users.
  • This is the second time Wyze users have reported similar security concerns, raising questions about the company's handling of user data and security.
  • Wyze is investigating the incident and plans to notify affected users while working on preventing future occurrences.
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