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10 Questions to Consider Before

Purchasing a Video Surveillance System

Is my security system cyber-secure?

Before installing any product connected to the Internet you should be aware of the implications on the

security of your network.

Is your connection secure?

When connecting to your recorder over the Internet you can determine if your connection is secure

by looking for a “lock symbol” or “s” at the beginning of the URL utilized to access your system in a

browser.

Secure Connections Begin with https://

Is the product developed by a company known for posing a cyber-

security risk?

Most of today’s low cost surveillance systems are developed outside the United States by Original

Equipment Manufacturers known for posing a cyber security threat to you and your business. Here

are some recent articles to help educate you on this important security matter:

• Backdoor Confirmed in Product’s from World’s Largest Camera Manufacturer

• Cyber Advisory on Camera and Recorders from the US Department of Homeland Security

• Directory of Affected Video Surveillance Systems

• Cyber Advisory on Large Manufacturer from the US Department of Homeland Security

• Directory of Rebranded Video Surveillance Systems

• Wall Street Journal: Hackers Infect Army of Cameras, DVRs for Massive Internet Attacks

• Krebs on Security: IoT Devices Under Siege

• Cyber Security Online: Hard-Coded Password Exposes Up To 46,000 Video Surveillance DVRs

To Hacking

• Forbes: How Hacked Cameras Are Helping Launch The Biggest Attacks The Internet Has Ever

Seen

Does the product require you to open any inbound ports on your firewall?

The most secure platform architecture will not require you to open any inbound ports on your

firewall. Be sure to take the appropriate precautionary measures if the product you select requires

inbound port access to facilitate remote viewing over the Internet.

For more information about AvertX Cyber Security visit our Cyber Security Page

Summary of content (4 pages)

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0 Questions to Consider Before Purchasing a Video Surveillance System Is my security system cyber-secure? Before installing any product connected to the Internet you should be aware of the implications on the security of your network. Is your connection secure? When connecting to your recorder over the Internet you can determine if your connection is secure by looking for a “lock symbol” or “s” at the beginning of the URL utilized to access your system in a browser.
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Do I want Cloud Recording or Onsite Recording? A key consideration in selecting a video surveillance system is whether your video will be recorded locally or in the cloud. If your video surveillance needs are limited to a small number of cameras a cloud recording solution may be a reasonable alternative. Here are 5 reasons an onsite recording solution may be a better fit for you: 1. An onsite system will enable you to record higher resolution video. Cloud recording solutions are limited to 720p or 1080p. 2.
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How fast of an Internet connection do I need? A high performance remote viewing experience is important to most video surveillance system users. Generally speaking, most users will have adequate “download” bandwidth to facilitate the simultaneous viewing multiple HD video streams. However, some users may not have adequate “upload” bandwidth available to facilitate the transmission of HD video from the recorder to the remote user.
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• • • Because the mounting hardware and camera lens is enclosed in a high-impact dome, dome cameras are more secure against vandalism. For the same reason, dome cameras require more effort and care to install. Available with fixed lens (HD320) and Autofocus Zoom Lens (HD820). Optional mounting accessories for dome cameras are available from AvertX. Where should I place my cameras? Camera placement is crucial to getting clear video.