Arlo Pro 4 Security Camera
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Arlo Pro 4 Security Camera
Brand: Arlo (Parent: Arlo Technologies, Inc.) Category: Wireless Security Camera • Model / Gen: 4 VMC8440 (US), other regional models Release Date: 2021-09-25 • Status: In sale Classification Date: 2025-10-05 • Official Website | |
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Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Known hardware tampering | None | 🔗 Proof | Sealed, weatherproof design with tamper alerts for unauthorized removal. |
| Known vulnerabilities | Rare | https://www.arlo.com/en-us/support/security-advisories/ 🔗 Proof | Occasional low-risk issues fixed by Arlo through firmware updates. |
| Prior attacks | None | 🔗 Proof | No large-scale attacks; isolated cases of account takeover via stolen credentials. |
| Updatability | Very common | 🔗 Proof | Automatic over-the-air (OTA) updates for security patches and new features. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
2. System Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication with other systems | Partial | https://www.arlo.com/integrations/ 🔗 Proof | Integrates with major smart home platforms via APIs and protocols like IFTTT. |
| Communications | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | https://www.arlo.com/security/ 🔗 Proof | Video streams, recordings, and data use advanced encryption during transmission. |
| Storage | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | 🔗 Proof | Cloud storage encrypted with AES-256; local storage via Arlo Base Station (optional). |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
3. User Authentication
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account management | Full | 🔗 Proof | Managed via Arlo Account with multi-device control and user sharing. |
| Authentication | Secure | 🔗 Proof | Requires two-factor authentication for account login and camera pairing. |
| Brute-force protection | Exist | 🔗 Proof | Blocks repeated failed login attempts and uses CAPTCHA for verification. |
| Event logging | Partial logging | 🔗 Proof | Logs all access attempts, motion detections, and account changes in the app. |
| Passwords | Require change after setup with complexity requirements | 🔗 Proof | Must include uppercase/lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
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| Operating System & App | Custom embedded system (Companion App: Arlo App) |
| Hardware (CPU / GPU) | CPU: • GPU: |
| Memory & Storage | Memory: • Storage: |
| Power, Battery & Charging | Battery: • Power: • Charging: |
| Display & Camera | Display: • Camera: |
| Sound & Connectivity | Sound: • Connectivity: |
| Physical (Dimensions & Mass) | Dimensions: 3.3 x 3.3 x 1.5 inches • Mass: Approx. 8.8 oz |
