Wyze Cam v3 (WYZEC3)

Classification

Device Category: Smart Home / Security Camera Dangerousness Rating: C

Assessment Breakdown

• Data Privacy: 2/5 (Records video/audio, relies on cloud storage)
• Network Security: 2/5 (Wi-Fi connected, history of severe vulnerabilities)
• Access Control: 3/5 (Requires account, but past bugs bypassed authentication)
• Overall Grade: C

Assessment Justification

The Wyze Cam v3 is an affordable smart camera with video and audio recording capabilities. While it offers good value, the Wyze ecosystem has a history of significant security vulnerabilities, including a 2022 flaw that allowed attackers to access local SD card contents remotely without authentication. The device relies heavily on the cloud for remote viewing, posing privacy risks. Due to its history of security flaws and the sensitive nature of video recording, it requires careful network segmentation and frequent updates.

Links to Justify Assessment

• Wyze Official Security Updates: https://support.wyze.com/hc/en-us/sections/360011420831-Security
• CVE Details (Wyze Vulnerabilities): https://www.cvedetails.com/vendor/19112/Wyze.html
• Mozilla Privacy Not Included (Wyze Cam): https://foundation.mozilla.org/en/privacynotincluded/wyze-cam-v3/