LAS VEGAS — OnSSI announced the release of its “Hardening Guide for Networked Video Surveillance Systems” this week at ISC West. The free downloadable guide provides specific recommendations on hardening video surveillance systems by applying cybersecurity measures designed to help prevent and protect systems from potential threats, according to the company.
OnSSI says its hardening guide includes guidance on password length, how to avoid security system bad password practices, collaboration with IT and HR departments and how to apply software and firmware security updates. It also includes standard, advanced and enterprise cybersecurity best practices for cameras, servers and workstations and networks.
“The continued advancement of video technology, along with the evolving threats against it, make hardening surveillance systems a necessary and ongoing process,” says Ken LaMarca, vice president of sales & marketing, OnSSI. “We are thrilled to offer this comprehensive Hardening Guide to help enterprises mitigate the risks of cybersecurity attacks.”
The hardening guide is based on the recommendations of the Center for Internet Security (CIS) and its Critical Security Controls guidance. The CIS is a non-profit entity focused on safeguarding private and public organizations against cyber threats.
The OnSSI Hardening Guide for Networked Video Surveillance Systems is available for free download at www.onssi.com/documentation/.
