Appendix 1 Cybersecurity Recommendations
⚫ Cybersecurity is more than just a buzzword: it’s something that pertains to every device that is
connected to the internet. IP video surveillance is not immune to cyber risks,but taking basic steps
toward protecting and strengthening networks and networked appliances will make them less
susceptible to attacks. Below are some tips and recommendations on how to create a more secured
security system.
Mandatory actions to be taken for basic equipment network security:
1. Use Strong
Passwords
⚫ Please refer to the following suggestions to set passwords:
⚫ The length should not be less than 8 characters;
⚫ Include at least two types of characters; character types include upper- and lower-case letters, numbers
and symbols;
⚫ Do not contain the account name or the account name in reverse order;
⚫ Do not use continuous characters, such as 123, abc, etc.;
⚫ Do not use overlapped characters, such as 111, aaa, etc.;
2. Update Firmware and Client Software in
Time
⚫ According to the standard procedure in Tech-industry, we recommend keeping your equipment
(such as NVR, DVR, IP camera, etc.) firmware up-to-date to ensure the system is equipped with the
latest security patches and fixes. When the equipment is connected to the public network, it is
recommended to enable the “auto-check for updates” function to obtain timely information of
firmware updates released by the manufacturer.
⚫ We suggest that you download and use the latest version of client software.
“Nice to have” recommendations to improve your equipment network security:
1. Physical
Protection
⚫ We suggest that you perform physical protection to equipment, especially storage devices. For example,
place the equipment in a special computer room and cabinet, and implement well-done access control
permission and key management to prevent unauthorized personnel from carrying out physical
contacts such as damaging hardware, unauthorized connection of removable equipment (such as USB
flash disk, serial port), etc.
2. Change Passwords
Regularly
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