CVE-2025-47824 identifies a vulnerability in Flock Safety License Plate Reader (LPR) devices running firmware versions up to 2.2. The core issue is the cleartext storage of sensitive information, specifically code, within the device. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-312, which pertains to the cleartext storage of sensitive data. The presence of sensitive code in cleartext means that if an attacker gains physical or logical access to the device's storage, they could potentially extract this information without needing to bypass encryption or other protective measures. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 2.0, indicating a low severity level. The vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N) shows that the attack vector requires physical access (AV:P), has high attack complexity (AC:H), requires no privileges (PR:N), no user interaction (UI:N), and impacts confidentiality only to a low degree (C:L), with no impact on integrity or availability. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been released at the time of publication. The vulnerability does not allow remote exploitation and does not affect the device's operational integrity or availability, but it does pose a risk to confidentiality if an attacker can access the device storage directly. Given that LPR devices are often deployed in public or semi-public environments for law enforcement or private security purposes, the exposure of sensitive code could potentially aid attackers in reverse engineering the device, discovering additional vulnerabilities, or bypassing security controls.

For European organizations utilizing Flock Safety LPR devices, the primary impact of this vulnerability lies in the potential exposure of sensitive code stored on the devices. While the direct confidentiality impact is low, the risk is that attackers with physical access could extract code to analyze device operation, potentially leading to more sophisticated attacks or privacy violations. This could undermine trust in surveillance and security infrastructure, especially in jurisdictions with strict data protection regulations such as the GDPR. The vulnerability does not directly compromise the availability or integrity of the LPR devices, so operational disruptions are unlikely. However, the exposure of sensitive code could facilitate future exploits that might have more severe consequences. Organizations in Europe that rely on these devices for law enforcement, private security, or traffic management should be aware of the risk of physical tampering or unauthorized access to devices, particularly in public or less-secure locations. The impact is more reputational and strategic than immediate operational harm, but it could escalate if attackers leverage the exposed code to develop further exploits.

Given the nature of the vulnerability, mitigation should focus on physical security and device hardening. European organizations should ensure that LPR devices are installed in secure, tamper-resistant enclosures to prevent unauthorized physical access. Regular physical inspections and monitoring for signs of tampering are recommended. Network segmentation should be employed to isolate LPR devices from critical infrastructure, limiting the impact if a device is compromised. Although no patches are currently available, organizations should maintain close communication with Flock Safety for firmware updates addressing this issue. Additionally, organizations could consider encrypting device storage where possible or deploying endpoint detection solutions that monitor for unauthorized access attempts. Implementing strict access controls and logging on management interfaces can also reduce risk. Finally, organizations should review their data protection policies to ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant regulations, particularly regarding the handling of surveillance data and device security.