Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Taiwan investigation into alleged concealed operations
Taiwanese investigators examined allegations that Dahua obscured its activities through private locations and employee affiliations.
2023
BBC investigation demonstrates camera compromise
A BBC Panorama investigation reported that researchers accessed Dahua surveillance cameras and demonstrated potential audio interception through a software vulnerability. Dahua issued firmware updates after disclosure.
2021
Authentication-bypass vulnerability
Dahua acknowledged an identity-authentication bypass affecting more than 30 device models.
2019
Xinjiang surveillance allegations and U.S. sanctions
U.S. authorities alleged that Dahua technology contributed to mass surveillance of Uyghurs and other minorities in Xinjiang, leading to Entity List treatment and procurement restrictions.
2017
Camera and recorder backdoor vulnerability
Researchers reported a vulnerability that could expose credentials and potentially permit access to live camera feeds or use of devices in cyberattacks. Dahua released firmware intended to address affected products, while researchers criticized the remediation.