NC #976 KAHE Electric Outboard Motor, TIER IV Self-Driving Software, Ricoh Portable Monitors, Tandem Insulin Pumps, Security Bits
Jan 22, 2024
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Bart Busschots discusses building data structures using JQ. They also talk about KAHE's electric outboard motor, TIER IV self-driving software, Ricoh portable monitors, and tandem insulin pumps. The podcast includes discussions on security issues, temperature conversions, encryption malware, Apple's AirDrop vulnerabilities, and Google's incognito mode.
A new UEFI vulnerability called PIXIFail has been discovered, urging users to update their firmware for added protection.
Recent Twitter hacks raise concerns about the security of major social media accounts and the growing presence of fake news.
Google settled a $5 billion lawsuit related to incognito mode's privacy limitations and the need for additional online privacy precautions.
Deep dives
UEFI vulnerability poses risk to PC users
A new UEFI vulnerability called PIXIFail has been discovered, allowing attackers to run arbitrary code before the operating system boots. Patching is underway by various vendors, but users are urged to update their firmware for added protection. While most home users are not at high risk, it is still advisable to stay vigilant and apply any necessary updates.
Twitter accounts, including SEC and Mandiant, hacked
Several high-profile Twitter accounts, including those of the Securities and Exchange Commission and security vendor Mandiant, were successfully hacked. These incidents raise concerns about the security of major social media accounts, and highlight potential vulnerabilities in Twitter's system. Users are advised to be cautious regarding the information shared on Twitter, as there is a growing presence of fake news and compromised accounts.
Google settles lawsuit over incognito mode privacy concerns
Google recently settled a $5 billion lawsuit related to claims that incognito mode did not provide the privacy it promised. The description of incognito mode is being updated to clarify that Google still tracks users while in incognito mode. Additionally, many websites can also track users, so it is essential to understand the limitations and use additional precautions for online privacy.
Data Brokers Banned for Selling Location Data
Two data brokers, X-mode social (now called OutLogic) and InMarket, have been banned for inappropriately selling Americans' location data. X-mode social was selling data without removing sensitive locations and ignoring opt-out requests, while InMarket was sharing data without consent and using sensitive categories. Both companies have been ordered to stop selling location data and delete other databases.
FTC Offers $25,000 Prize to Detect Voice Cloning Fraud
The FTC is offering a $25,000 prize to incentivize research into detecting AI voice cloning, which is commonly used in fraud schemes. Scammers often impersonate relatives over the phone, using cloned voices to request financial assistance or travel help. This prize aims to encourage solutions for detecting and preventing such scams.