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Hackers Stole Flocks Camera Software Revealing How The Company Tracks Cars And People 2

www.404media.co • September 18, 2026

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Hackers ripped down a Flock camera above a roadway, made a near-complete copy of the data stored inside it, and shared the files with 404 Media and WIRED , revealing in new detail how exactly Flock Safety’s cameras track the movements of both vehicles and people. The hackers say they are also publishing details on how they managed to obtain the software, in the hopes that other people may copy them.

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Hackers Expose Flock Camera Surveillance Capabilities A hacker collective named stegan0gram dismantled a Flock camera and accessed its data, revealing extensive surveillance capabilities beyond just license plate recognition. The hackers shared their findings with WIRED and 404 Media, showcasing that the camera captured over 1.6 million images of vehicles and people within a few weeks. The data included detailed logs of vehicle detections and even specific identifiers like bumper stickers. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in Flock's security measures, as the hackers managed to recover an encryption key that unlocked much of the camera's stored footage. This incident has sparked a backlash against Flock's surveillance practices, with some communities opting to remove the cameras entirely. The findings raise concerns about privacy and the extent of surveillance in public spaces, as Flock's system allows access to data by over 2,000 law enforcement agencies nationwide. The situation remains dynamic, with ongoing discussions about the implications of such surveillance technology. 28 sources 67

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