Techlore Surveillance Report Surveillance Report 8
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Apr 12, 2020 This week's highlights dive into Facebook's alleged attempts to purchase NSO's spyware, raising privacy alarms for iOS users. WhatsApp's new measures target misinformation, while Facebook shares anonymized location data for COVID research, sparking privacy debates. Apple and Google's COVID contact-tracing plans face skepticism over effectiveness. A groundbreaking study reveals that 3D printing can clone fingerprints with striking success. Plus, Washington's new law on facial recognition and a massive data leak in Georgia make headlines.
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Big Platforms Seek State-Grade Spyware
- Facebook tried to buy NSO Group's Pegasus spyware, showing even big platforms seek intrusive tools.
- Henry (Techlore) warns iOS users aren't inherently safe from state-grade spyware.
Don't Trust Location Data Anonymity
- Avoid trusting anonymization claims for location data because movement traces are often re-identifiable.
- Henry (Techlore) urges people to consider data control before signing up for services.
Keep 2FA Separate From Password Managers
- Avoid relying solely on integrated password managers for critical two-factor secrets.
- Henry (Techlore) recommends separate app-based OTP over SMS or bundled password-manager 2FA.