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Exposed: Unsecured Surveillance Cameras Livestreaming in Bakersfield

12/22/2025

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YouTubers Expose Surveillance

Flock's surveillance cameras in Bakersfield, California were found livestreaming without security, exposing real-time feeds and archives to the open internet.
The cameras can zoom in on individuals.
YouTuber Benn Jordan and security researcher Jon Gaines discovered the flaw and demonstrated it by filming themselves.
Jordan warned about dangers, especially the surveillance of children in playgrounds.

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Langley Expands Surveillance

Garrett Langley, CEO of Flock Safety, announced Flock Safety's expansion into drone technology for law enforcement amid rising privacy concerns.
Following a Brown University shooting, Providence Police credited Flock's cameras for locating the suspect.
Langley emphasized that surveillance tools are necessary for public safety, and that cities can restrict drone use to address community concerns.
Flock's drone service completed 10,000 flights in Q3 2025 and aims to assist understaffed police departments.

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YouTubers Expose Surveillance

Flock's surveillance cameras in Bakersfield, California were found livestreaming without security, exposing real-time feeds and archives to the open internet.
The cameras can zoom in on individuals.
YouTuber Benn Jordan and security researcher Jon Gaines discovered the flaw and demonstrated it by filming themselves.
Jordan warned about dangers, especially the surveillance of children in playgrounds.

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