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technology1 year ago

"Uncovering the Truth: Smartphone Spying Unveiled"

Researchers at MIT's CSAIL have discovered that smartphones' ambient light sensors can potentially be repurposed to capture images and intercept user gestures, posing significant privacy risks. They urge operating system developers to tighten permissions for these sensors and propose granting users control over ambient light sensor permissions. Additionally, the article provides tips to protect smartphones from spyware and unauthorized data collection, emphasizing the need for a necessary conversation on security, awareness, and the evolving landscape of digital privacy.

technology1 year ago

"Uncovering Smartphone Privacy Breaches: The Truth About App Notifications"

Security experts have uncovered two major privacy issues affecting smartphone users. The first involves a company called Patternz using ad delivery systems to extract and sell user data, potentially enabling government surveillance. The second issue involves bad actors exploiting push notifications on iPhones to collect device data in the background. Experts recommend disabling notifications and using ad-blockers or security apps to mitigate these privacy risks, as well as being cautious about app permissions and installations. Apple is preparing to require developers to explain their need for push notification and diagnostic system access, but these measures may not fully address the problems.