Having a static ip address has zero affect on whether you are hack-able or not...in fact, it makes it easier because your ip address never changes so they can keep trying...
The risk is exactly the same as using a dynamic dns service...paying for a static ip address is a complete waste of money..cancel the service, take the saved money and buy more cameras, dinner etc..
I respect your input, I really do.
You say the risk is the same whether I run through their server or use my own static ip. I see their server as the hole in the security, not as an equal to my own.
I'll grant you that any traffic on the net can be broached, Pretty much why I have a job installing and maintaining private line for those that require it.
FWIW I do utilize my static for more than my cams as well.
My bottom line is this, I trust not one company with my personal network security. I have gone to great lengths to keep my personal life secured as much as "humanly" possible. I have gone so far as to utilize prepaid visa for online purchases and keep a separate card for different online activities. I once was had and it was a PITA to straighten things out, never again.
Trusting some other network entity to be secure? no more than I have to.
No I don't wear tin foil hats, but I am very aware of the holes created by each and every person that has the ability to do so on any given network. Shoulda kept some of the stuff found within NT and 95 back in the day..