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Week in Review: LinkedIn’s AI chicanery, AT&T FCC settlement, Craigslist defense network
Sep 20, 2024
Mike Rosen, CISO at ZwillGen and advisor to NightDragon, dives into LinkedIn's controversial use of user posts for AI training without consent, raising vital privacy concerns. He discusses AT&T's minimal penalties for data breaches and the dire need for improved vendor management. The conversation highlights rising threats like credential theft and innovative community solutions for cybersecurity, including a new volunteer network to support small businesses. Additionally, Rosen shares his insights on Starlink's ability to detect stealth aircraft and its implications for privacy.
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- LinkedIn's controversial practice of harvesting user-generated content for AI training underscores the urgent need for clearer data ownership and ethical usage policies.
- The $13 million AT&T settlement highlights critical concerns surrounding vendor oversight and the accountability of corporations for third-party data security practices.
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LinkedIn's Data Harvesting Controversy
LinkedIn has faced backlash after it was revealed that the platform harvested user-generated posts for AI training without obtaining consent from its users. This practice, discussed during the episode, compels a consideration of data ownership, as many users may not fully understand the implications of sharing content on social media platforms. The update to LinkedIn's privacy policy raises questions about the ethics of user data usage, as the opt-out features may not be sufficient to inform users of their options effectively. Experts express concern that this scenario exemplifies a growing trend where user data is treated as a commodity, often without transparency from service providers.
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