Techlore Surveillance Report

Another VPN Provider Is Compromised! (Surprise...) - Surveillance Report 47

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Jul 4, 2021
Discover the latest buzz on data breaches, including the shocking LinkedIn leak saga. Explore the implications of Google Play’s new mandatory two-factor requirements and the controversy surrounding Google Assistant's secretive recordings. Learn how Maine is tackling facial recognition, while nations in the EU adopt digital vaccine cards. Plus, get insights on the risks of cracked game downloads spreading malware and the Wild West of automated vehicles and data security. It’s a wild ride through tech privacy and security updates!
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ADVICE

Enable 2FA And Verify Developer Identities

  • Do enable two-factor authentication and verify developer account details to reduce account hijacking risks.
  • Nathan says Google will require two-step verification and identity verification for Play developers to improve security.
INSIGHT

Unsupported Devices Invite Remote Exploits

  • End-of-life devices are a severe security risk because vendors stop supporting them with patches.
  • Henry notes many My Book Live devices were unsupported since 2015 and were wiped via a zero-day trojan.
ADVICE

Keep Devices Updated And Prefer Local Backups

  • Do keep devices updated and choose products that receive ongoing support to avoid data loss.
  • Henry recommends using Nextcloud or local backups rather than trusting unsupported cloud devices.
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