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So let's say an account at Wyze "owned" your device, now they can see your private cams. This sounds like a backdoor.

• nexuist 7y ago
  This is an odd accusation. How else are they supposed to implement access control? It's more of a front door than a back door. It's like being shocked that Facebook servers have access to your private albums. Where else are they supposed to keep that data?
  • tialaramex 7y ago
    Everything involved could be encrypted with the keys simply re-randomised when somebody else takes ownership. The manufacturer doesn't need those keys, only the owner. The way they did it was easier, but as we see also more prone to screw-ups. But it was not the only, or best, way to do it.
    • TaylorAlexander 7y ago
      I’m all for strong encryption, but I want to point out that user experience with strong encryption also leads to customer dissatisfaction (from what I have heard). It seems to me most companies give themselves a golden key in part so they can solve user issues. Most people aren’t demanding strong encryption but they do want easy app setup. I mostly avoid those devices because they aren’t from privacy focused companies. If I do webcams I’d put them on an isolated WiFi network and use a VPN to view data remotely, but that’s not something any normal consumer wants to do.
    • skinnymuch 7y ago
      I doubt the vast majority of users want strong enough security and encryption that it stops companies from being able to debug and fix issues.