Nexar Dashcam Hack Reveals Private Videos, Flock Partnership

A hacker accessed Nexar dash camera videos. Users’ privacy concerns run even deeper

A company that makes a popular dash camera has been hacked. Nexar refers to its products as an “AI driving sidekick,” and is used by drivers who want video evidence in the event of an accident as well as rideshare drivers concerned about unruly or violent riders.

This Company Turns Dashcams into ‘Virtual CCTV Cameras.’ Then Hackers Got In

A hacker has compromised Nexar, which turns peoples' cars into "virtual CCTV cameras" that organizations can then buy images from. The images include sensitive U.S. military and intelligence facilities.

License Plate Reader Company Seeks Partnership With Dashcam Company, Which Isn't Scary At All

This creates a vast database that can be used to track people's movements, regardless of whether they're suspected of a crime or not.

Privacy & Ethics

How your dashcam can be hacked, and how to protect yourself from the attack

How a dashcam can be hacked and turned it into a surveillance tool

Are Dash Cams Worth It? Benefits and Considerations

When it comes to security of any kind, many people worry about whether or not the cost of the protection in question actually ends up being worth it. At the end of the day, something like home or vehicle security can end up being costly, especially when you’re talking about video surveillance.