Arlo Pro 4 Security Camera

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Classification

Arlo Pro 4 Security Camera
Classification
Grade B
Calculator version 1
Classification date 2025-10-05
Information
Name Arlo Pro 4 Security Camera
Brand by Parent Arlo by Arlo Technologies, Inc.
Generation 4
Model(s) VMC8440 (US), other regional models
Release date 2021-09-25
Type/Category Wireless Security Camera
Website [1]
Status In sale
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Dimensions 3.3 x 3.3 x 1.5 inches
Mass Approx. 8.8 oz
Operating system Custom embedded system
Companion App Arlo App
CPU
GPU
Memory
Storage
Battery
Power
Charging
Display
Camera
Sound
Connectivity
Device
Criterion Value Proof(s) Comment
Known hardware tampering None [2] Sealed, weatherproof design with tamper alerts for unauthorized removal.
Known vulnerabilities Rare https://www.arlo.com/en-us/support/security-advisories/ Occasional low-risk issues fixed by Arlo through firmware updates.
Prior attacks None [3] No large-scale attacks; isolated cases of account takeover via stolen credentials.
Updatability Very common [4] Automatic over-the-air (OTA) updates for security patches and new features.
Category score 2
System
Criterion Value Proof(s) Comment
Authentication with other systems Partial https://www.arlo.com/integrations/ Integrates with major smart home platforms via APIs and protocols like IFTTT.
Communications Encrypted with up-to-date encryption https://www.arlo.com/security/ Video streams, recordings, and data use advanced encryption during transmission.
Storage Encrypted with up-to-date encryption [5] Cloud storage encrypted with AES-256; local storage via Arlo Base Station (optional).
Category score 2
User Authentication
Criterion Value Proof(s) Comment
Account management Full [6] Managed via Arlo Account with multi-device control and user sharing.
Authentication Secure [7] Requires two-factor authentication for account login and camera pairing.
Brute-force protection Exist [8] Blocks repeated failed login attempts and uses CAPTCHA for verification.
Event logging Partial logging [9] Logs all access attempts, motion detections, and account changes in the app.
Passwords Require change after setup with complexity requirements [10] Must include uppercase/lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
Category score 2
Grade B