Cybersecurity
Palo Alto Crosswalk Signals Had Default Passwords
•January 9, 2026
Why It Matters
Default credentials on public‑safety systems create easy entry points for malicious actors, threatening pedestrian safety and eroding trust in smart‑city initiatives.
Palo Alto Crosswalk Signals Had Default Passwords
Palo Alto’s crosswalk signals were hacked last year. Turns out the city never changed the default passwords.
Tags: hacking, infrastructure, passwords
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