The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security

012: Back to the Basics, Back to the iPhone, Authy API Abuse

Jul 19, 2024
This podcast episode covers privacy basics for the average person, latest iPhone privacy settings, and the Twilio Authy API breach exposing 33 million phone numbers. It also includes advice on password security, authentication, and home security measures.
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ANECDOTE

GrapheneOS App Incompatibility

  • Ray Heffer encountered issues with apps like Starbucks and American Airlines on GrapheneOS.
  • These apps use Google Play Integrity API, causing incompatibility with custom OS.
ADVICE

Basic Password Advice

  • Use unique passwords for crucial accounts like banking and email.
  • Write down complex, long passwords if uncomfortable with password managers.
ADVICE

Password Manager Recommendations

  • Use a password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password; they offer strong security.
  • Consider 1Password for its user-friendliness, or Bitwarden for affordability.
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