Dahua USA launches latest cybersecurity initiatives​

DALLAS, Texas, September 26, 2017 – Dahua Technology USA, a leading manufacturer of video surveillance solutions proven the world over, has announced a comprehensive set of cybersecurity initiatives that have been underway for most of 2017. In the recent light of the physical security industry’s continued challenge to safeguard against attempted hacks to their surveillance and security systems, Dahua has further fortified its support and resources to help industry professionals overcome cybersecurity issues.

“We cannot stress the importance and need for industry professionals to employ cybersecurity best practices, especially with the previous vulnerability issues Dahua faced back in March” said Janet Fenner, Head of Marketing for Dahua North America. “Dahua issued a firmware patch that fixed this specific problem in March 2017 and alerted customers to install new firmware patches. Cyber security is an on-going and increasingly concerning issue that requires a proactive approach. Our latest cybersecurity initiatives and best-practices recommendations demonstrate our ongoing attention to this issue.”

The vulnerability issue faced by Dahua and other leading surveillance manufacturers continues to persist as hackers deploy automated scripts to uncover old firmware that uses default passwords. Once the hacker’s locate this firmware they can easily access devices in the host’s network, such as dimming cameras’ brightness, which leads customers to believe that their cameras are not operating properly.

Moving forward Dahua will be implementing new cybersecurity initiatives incorporated into its products on a global basis. This significant and broad-based investment will further bolster the resistance of networked surveillance devices from cyber-attacks, and support global efforts to strengthen cybersecurity procedures and strategies in the face of increasing frequency and intensity of network penetrations. 

“Cybercriminals have evolved into a major source of disruption for individuals, businesses and governments world-wide,” continued Ms. Fenner, Head of Marketing, North America, Dahua Technology USA. “By investing in the development of improved cybersecurity initiatives and new systems products with higher resistance to cyber-attacks, Dahua’s efforts will help to better protect their customers against cyber attacks and help further harden protection for the entire global networked community.”

The cybersecurity initiative from Dahua includes a wide range of activities designed to improve the security of video surveillance products themselves, as well as to improve the security of broader processes, including installation, deployment, and ongoing management. For example, one initiative focuses on authentication for administrative access. As a result, default accounts are no longer included in new devices, with changes implemented in the installation, admin access, and ongoing management processes. Other initiatives resulted in similar broad impacts, including better management of identities, session security, data security, and more.

For current and recent products, many benefits of these initiatives are available in the form of firmware and/or software updates, which will be distributed using software update processes to ensure the enhancements are implemented smoothly. The updated cybersecurity features were designed and validated in partnership with independent experts including DBAPP Security and Synopsys Technology to ensure the highest security and quality.

For more information on new Cybersecurity Initiatives from Dahua, visit http://us.dahuasecurity.com/en/us/cybersecurity.php

 
About Dahua Technology USA

Dahua Technology USA brings high-value, total security solutions to the North American market. Dahua’s video surveillance solutions, from award-winning cameras to video management software, deliver unparalleled quality, reliability, and stability. Dahua Technology USA provides sales and support throughout the U.S. and Canada, with facilities in Irvine, California, Franklin, Massachusetts, and Houston, Texas.  For more information, please visithttp://www.dahuasecurity.com.