Hackers found Flock cameras can track more than just cars — and Boston officials found camera data was shared despite being told it wouldn’t be
Hackers just extracted a scary amount of data from a downed flock camera, as Boston reveals it won’t use Flock anymore.
Boston officials have decided to cease using Flock cameras following a report detailing their surveillance practices. The report revealed that Flock cameras, despite being told not to, shared data with external law enforcement agencies. Additionally, hackers discovered that these cameras could track more than just license plates, including people, bicycles, and specific bumper stickers.
This revelation has fueled concerns over privacy and data security. While some privacy advocates argue that there might be a responsible way to utilize ALPR cameras, such as limiting data sharing and requiring warrants for data access, others suggest that tearing down the cameras could be the best approach.
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