Have our "good" habits fostered bad security?
The access we grant to technology gives it unprecedented influence on our work and personal lives. Should we tolerate the normalization of data-driven business models?
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Should the public be concerned about the radio silence over "naked" 3D airport scanners?
Airport scanners are not often in the news, but they collect intimate data in 3D. Should we be worried about the collection, use, sharing and privacy impact of any AI analytics used under the opaque umbrella of airport security theater?
Security is (still) the Key Ingredient in Privacy
The 2023-2024 Annual Report highlights that despite stable cyber attack rates, victim numbers doubled. Key points include concerns about identity theft, distrust in social media, and calls for stronger security safeguards.
Staff favourites: a selection of fun blogs to spice up the long week-end
7 Handpicked staff favourites from the Bad Security and Bad Privacy Blog for Canadians to enjoy during the Victoria Day long week-end.
The Juice-Jacking Threat is Still Non-Existent, 13 Years Later.
The FBI's half-serious warning on 'juice-jacking' persists, highlighting the human penchant for alliteration over fact-checking. Silly hoaxes endure, spawning USB condom sales. Amidst it all, April's annual prank suggests authority figures enjoy a good laugh.