Checklist 396: 23andMe and NPD, Revisited
23andMe and NPD face fallout from major data breaches, legal challenges, and financial woes, raising concerns about privacy and the future use of exposed data.
Read Listen
SecureMac presents The Checklist. Each week, Ken Ray and guests hit security topics. From getting an old iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, and other Apple gear ready to sell to the first steps to take to secure new hardware, each show contains a set of easy to follow steps meant to keep you safe from identity thieves, hackers, malware, and other digital downfalls. Check in each Thursday for a new Checklist!
23andMe and NPD face fallout from major data breaches, legal challenges, and financial woes, raising concerns about privacy and the future use of exposed data.
Read Listen
Voters distrust AI in political ads, says NYU study; McAfee warns of AI scams using celebrity likenesses in its 2024 Hacker Hotlist.
Read Listen
Stay safe online with tips from The Checklist: avoid phishing, use strong passwords, enable MFA, update software, and share these steps widely!
Read Listen
Apple drops NSO lawsuit; Tom Hanks warns of AI scams; FBI & CISA debunk voter roll hacking claims. Stay informed with trusted, verified sources.
Read Listen
Apple’s new OS updates bring app privacy, password management, health features, and satellite services for enhanced security and convenience.
Read Listen
Sextortion and QR code scams are on the rise—learn how scammers are using personal data and fake codes to exploit victims and how to stay safe.
Read Listen
Phishing tests, AI ethics, and laser keystroke hacks highlight growing cybersecurity risks and the need for thoughtful, interdisciplinary approaches.
Read Listen
Deepfakes wreaked havoc this year, with AI-generated Biden calls in NH and a massive data leak exposing billions. Read more on these critical security issues.
Read Listen
Massive data breach exposes 2.7B records, while MIT launches an AI risk repository to tackle growing concerns in artificial intelligence safety.
Read Listen
NFL adopts facial recognition for security; RBI mandates multi-factor authentication for transactions. Both moves spark privacy and security debates.
Read Listen
Apple updates iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS with security fixes. Upcoming: iOS 18 with Apple Intelligence, and additional privacy concerns.
Read Listen
Google reverses its plan to block third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for Privacy Sandbox to balance user privacy with ad-supported internet needs.
Read Listen
AT&T and Ticketmaster data breaches expose millions, highlighting failures in security protocols and the need for robust measures like mandatory MFA.
Read Listen
Apple enhances ChatGPT privacy. Roll20 suffers data breach, sparking calls for 2FA. Full details and analysis inside.
Read Listen
US bans Kaspersky software, citing security risks. Change Healthcare hack exposes sensitive patient data. Apple pays bug bounty for Vision Pro vulnerability.
Read Listen
EU delays CSAM scanning plan amid privacy concerns; Microsoft postpones Recall feature after backlash; UK and Canada probe 23andMe data breach.
Read Listen
Apple’s WWDC 2024 highlights: Introducing Apple Intelligence, app locking, improved contact permissions, Guest Access for Home App, and a standalone Passwords app.
Read Listen
Ticketmaster hack exposes 560M users’ data. Change passwords, enable 2FA, and avoid storing card info to protect yourself. More tips inside!
Read Listen
Explore A.I. misuse: a teacher frames the principal with AI, and deepfakes disrupt voters. Stay in the know with this week’s episode of The Checklist.
Read Listen
Microsoft’s new Copilot+ PCs shine with high performance but raise privacy concerns with the Recall feature. Meanwhile, Apple’s iOS 17.5.1 update fixes a bug that brought back deleted photos.
Read Listen