Claudiu's Bad Security Blog (Page 20)

Sep 1, 2023 Unfiltered cyberfraud privacy

CallerID Is Useful, Until It's Not.

Beware of Caller ID scams impersonating officials, warned York Regional Police. On CTV, I shared 3 tips: 1. Screen calls; 2. Hang up on dead air; 3. Verify numbers independently for urgent calls. Never disclose private info.

Sep 1, 2023 Unfiltered canada anonymous privacy

Anonymity is Almost Impossible To Achieve

(but in Canada, you have a constitutionally-protected right to it)

Sep 1, 2023 Unfiltered passwords privacy

Pro Tip: When Password Complexity Requirements are Super Detailed, It May Be Cause For Concern

Remember: Length is the most important factor when selecting a fresh, new password.

Sep 1, 2023 Unfiltered cellphone edtech app

Why Are Smart Devices and Edtech Apps So Interested In Hearing Our Voice?

Beware the silent intrusion: 'dead air' phone calls, smart TVs, and audio apps crave your voice for profit. Your voice is PII, freely given daily. Pause before permitting schools to use edtech; your children's voices could fuel foreign profits. Demand Privacy Impact Assessments before consent.

Sep 1, 2023 Unfiltered apps youth

Social Media Is Bad For Us (But Not For The Reasons You Think)

A quarter-century into social media's reign, evidence mounts: it's detrimental to mental health. But let's not overlook a larger threat: modern gaming and apps. It's time we address this overlooked peril.