Techlore Surveillance Report

Welcome to the Surveillance Report - featuring Techlore & The New Oil to keep you updated on the newest security & privacy news. This report most notably recaps a summary of Amazon's internal product launch conference, a couple of fun misfits stories, and one privacy company who's giving back to the open source community. Support The PodcastThe New Oil Support Methods: https://thenewoil.xyz/links.htmlTechlore Support Methods: https://techlore.tech/support.html Timestamps00:00 Introduction01:46 Data Breaches05:26 Company News08:44 All Amazon News Starts Here!19:32 Research27:08 Politics31:12 FOSS News33:26 MisfitsSR57 Sources: https://github.com/techlore/channel-content/blob/master/Surveillance%20Report%20Sources/SR57.md Main SitesTechlore Website: https://techlore.techThe New Oil Website: https://thenewoil.xyz/Surveillance Report Podcast: https://www.surveillancereport.tech/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dispatch.techlore.tech This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit surveillancepod.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. ★ Support this podcast ★

Welcome to the Surveillance Report - featuring Techlore & The New Oil to keep you updated on the newest security & privacy news.This report most notably recaps HTTPS Everywhere updates, Google & Apple news updates, Brave Talk, and much more! Support The PodcastThe New Oil Support Methods: https://thenewoil.xyz/links.htmlTechlore Support Methods: https://techlore.tech/support.html Timestamps00:00 Introduction00:57 Data Breaches02:43 Company News12:41 Research18:29 Politics25:24 FOSS News26:27 Beginning of HTTPS Everywhere Story!32:32 MisfitsSR56 Sources: https://github.com/techlore/channel-content/blob/master/Surveillance%20Report%20Sources/SR56.md Main SitesTechlore Website: https://techlore.techThe New Oil Website: https://thenewoil.xyz/Surveillance Report Podcast: https://www.surveillancereport.tech/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dispatch.techlore.tech This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit surveillancepod.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. ★ Support this podcast ★

A recent acquisition of ExpressVPN by Kape Technologies raises eyebrows about privacy concerns and corporate responsibility. Listeners learn of a troubling data breach at GetHealth, exposing personal fitness tracking data. There's a fascinating discussion on Android's new permission auto-reset feature for improved security. Additionally, insights into ongoing privacy battles, such as DoorDash's lawsuit against NYC and a court ruling on police surveillance tactics, keep the stakes high in the world of privacy and data protection.

ProtonMail's compliance with Swiss authorities raises eyebrows after a user’s IP was logged. WhatsApp faces scrutiny over accessing user messages. A Fortinet VPN leak prompts urgent password updates, while MyRepublic exposes customer data breaches. Amazon's cashierless tech stirs privacy concerns. In policing, the LAPD collects social media data, and the NYPD expands facial recognition use. Lastly, malware finds a home in cheap Russian phones, and the conversation shifts to the surging threats of deepfakes and IoT attacks.

The hosts dive into alarming recent data breaches, including ransomware attacks on airlines and school districts. They explore the implications of new privacy laws in Australia, as well as significant updates from tech giants like Apple and Google. Controversial practices, such as Facebook's biometric misuse and police sharing intelligence with corporations, raise eyebrows. The episode also highlights rising malware threats and privacy tools like EFF's new APK downloader, making it a compelling watch for anyone concerned about security and surveillance.

The podcast dives into the massive T-Mobile data breach affecting 54.6 million customers and highlights essential security measures like credit freezes. It also discusses alarming leaks, including a terrorist watch list and exposed PowerApps portals. Attacks on IoT security and challenges in self-driving car technology are covered, as well as dramatic phishing cost increases for companies. The episode touches on the UK approving live facial recognition and controversies surrounding data handling with PayPal and children's privacy. Humor unfolds as a malware author accidentally reveals himself.

Discover the surprising truth about Snapchat’s disappearing snaps, which may not be so ephemeral after all! Learn about recent data breaches and the impact of ransomware on major companies. The podcast delves into encryption updates from Facebook and Instagram, revealing their ongoing privacy efforts. It also explores concerns surrounding Apple’s CSAM technology and the implications of surveillance in the work-from-home era. Finally, tune in for insights on emerging privacy risks in AI, along with Norton-Avast's merger effects.

Discover the latest in privacy and security news, starting with Apple's controversial CSAM scanning proposal and the EFF's sharp critique. Learn about breaches at EA and new attacks affecting customer data, plus Google's hardware shifts and firing for internal data misuse. Delve into hacks of capsule hotels and a study on fake identities for tracking. Also, uncover horrifying insights into the Pegasus spyware and Chinese facial recognition technology used in the U.S. It's a whirlwind of significant security developments you won't want to miss!

The podcast dives into the seizure of Windscribe's VPN servers in Ukraine and the implications of outdated settings. Recent data breaches are recapped, including concerning incidents from the Tokyo Olympics. New research highlights vulnerabilities in cryptographic libraries and the dangers of insecure tutorials. The conversation touches on the Pegasus spyware leaks, Apple's urgent security patch, and the growing concerns over Amazon's surveillance. Additionally, a mischievous segment reveals a password slip and an airdrop prank, highlighting the tech world's quirks.

Recent data breaches, including major players like Clubhouse and LinkedIn, have raised alarms about user privacy. A deep dive into the REvil Kaseya ransomware attack reveals a serious zero-day exploit. Apple's App Tracking Transparency is scrutinized for its impact on privacy, while Facebook faces backlash over employee misuse of user data. The Pegasus spyware scandal unfolds with disturbing targets, and centralization risks in internet infrastructure are critiqued. Meanwhile, new privacy laws in the US and the EU's chat control decisions shape the digital landscape.