🚨Flock's License Plate Readers Exposed, 170K Cameras in 49 States
Flock's camera data exposed, 46 misuse cases linked
TL;DR
Flock's license plate readers, used by police departments, have exposed sensitive data. Over 170,000 cameras in 49 states logged vehicle details, leading to 46 misuse cases. Researchers found an exposed access token in November 2025.
Flock's license plate readers, which photograph every passing vehicle, have exposed sensitive data, leading to 46 misuse cases. The company's cameras log plate numbers, times, and locations, and record vehicle details like make, model, and color. An independent researcher found an exposed access token in November 2025, allowing anyone to access the data without logging in. Flock's network processes over 20 billion vehicle reads per month, and the company has 170,000 cameras in 49 states, 40% more than publicly cited. This raises serious privacy and security concerns for anyone using Flock's services.
Key Points
Flock's license plate readers log plate numbers, times, and locations, and record vehicle details like make, model, and color.
An independent researcher found an exposed access token in November 2025, allowing anyone to access the data without logging in.
Flock's network processes over 20 billion vehicle reads per month across 49 states.
The company has over 170,000 cameras in 49 states, 40% more than publicly cited.
Flock's system was involved in 46 misuse cases, with at least 50 officers accused or charged with misusing license plate readers.
Why It Matters
If you're using Flock's license plate readers, your data security is compromised. Over 170,000 cameras in 49 states logged vehicle details, leading to 46 misuse cases. The exposed access token in November 2025 allowed anyone to access the data without logging in. Police departments and other customers should be wary of the privacy and security risks.
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