06
Feb
2025
Virginia lawmakers have taken a significant step towards regulating automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) with a new bill that has cleared the House. However, this legislation has sparked concerns among privacy advocates who fear it may inadvertently expand surveillance capabilities rather than limit them.
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09
Jan
2025
Flock Safety, a surveillance technology company, has come under scrutiny after hiring Ulises Cabrera, the mayor of Moreno Valley, California, to promote its products. Following his termination, Cabrera filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging wrongful dismissal and unethical pressure to leverage his political position for corporate gain. This situation raises significant concerns regarding the intersection of private interests and public office.
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09
Jan
2025
Oklahoma State Representative Tom Gann has raised significant concerns about the proliferation of Flock cameras and automated license plate reading (ALPR) systems across the state. The debate centers on data privacy, legal limitations, and law enforcement effectiveness, highlighting the tension between public safety and surveillance concerns.
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08
Jan
2025
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is asking cities to remove Flock cameras from state highways, citing legal limitations, while local law enforcement argues these cameras enhance public safety and help solve crimes.
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08
Jan
2025
Exploring the security vulnerabilities of automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) that are publicly accessible on the internet. It details how these devices can be accessed without authentication, the implications of this accessibility, and the potential risks to personal privacy and security.
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08
Jan
2025
A recent investigation reveals alarming security flaws in automated license plate readers (ALPRs) manufactured by Motorola, exposing them to the open internet and raising significant privacy concerns. Researcher Matt Brown has demonstrated how these misconfigured devices can be accessed without authentication, allowing anyone to stream live video and data, including license plate information, potentially enabling real-time tracking of individuals.
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08
Jan
2025
Recent findings have uncovered significant security vulnerabilities in automated license plate recognition (ALPR) systems, revealing that misconfigured cameras are leaking real-time video feeds and extensive vehicle data. This situation raises serious concerns about privacy and the potential misuse of surveillance data.
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07
Jan
2025
The Tulsa Police Department faces scrutiny for its refusal to disclose the locations of over 200 surveillance cameras installed throughout the city. These cameras, which read license plates and track vehicle movements, are part of a contract costing the city more than $696,000 annually. The lack of transparency raises concerns about privacy and the potential for disproportionate surveillance in minority communities.
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07
Jan
2025
The city of Celina, Texas, is enhancing its public safety measures by expanding its surveillance capabilities through the addition of a Flock Camera system. This move is part of a broader initiative to integrate technology into law enforcement strategies, aiming to improve crime prevention and community safety.
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