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    South Korea Battles Wave of Misinformation Following Martial Law Declaration

    December 20, 2024 • 1 min read

    President Yoon Suk-yeol's martial law declaration triggered an explosion of false claims and unverified rumors across South Korean social media. While citizens actively worked to debunk misinformation, the incident highlighted ongoing challenges with information verification despite the country's high digital literacy.

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    Drone Operators Arrested Near Logan Airport in Major Aviation Security Incident

    December 15, 2024 • 1 min read

    Two men were arrested for operating a drone near Boston's Logan International Airport, prompting a multi-agency response and raising serious aviation safety concerns. The incident, which led to a dramatic pursuit on Long Island in Boston Harbor, comes amid increased unauthorized drone activity across the northeastern United States.

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    Critical Security Flaws Found in Smart Car Camera Systems

    December 15, 2024 • 1 min read

    Researchers uncover serious vulnerabilities in cloud-connected vehicle cameras that could allow hackers to access private location data and footage. While one vendor has patched the security holes, another remains exposed despite being notified over a year ago.

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    China's EagleMsgSpy: Sophisticated Android Surveillance Tool Exposed

    December 11, 2024 • 1 min read

    Researchers have uncovered a powerful spyware tool used by Chinese law enforcement to collect extensive data from Android devices since 2017. The surveillance system, developed by Wuhan Chinasoft Token Information Technology, can capture everything from call logs to real-time screen recordings.

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    Apple Faces $1.2B Lawsuit Over Abandoned Child Safety Scanning System

    December 09, 2024 • 1 min read

    A lawsuit seeking $1.2 billion in damages has been filed against Apple for abandoning planned CSAM detection tools on iCloud. The case, brought by an abuse survivor representing thousands of victims, challenges Apple's balance between user privacy and child protection measures.

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    Mystery Mega-Drones Spark Security Concerns Across New Jersey Skies

    December 06, 2024 • 1 min read

    Massive SUV-sized drones have been spotted flying over sensitive locations in New Jersey, prompting FBI investigations and FAA restrictions. The unexplained aerial activity near military facilities, infrastructure, and Trump's Bedminster golf course has raised alarm among residents and authorities.

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    Texas Proposes Armed Drones as Controversial School Security Measure

    December 05, 2024 • 1 min read

    Texas legislators introduce a controversial bill to deploy taser and pepper spray-equipped drones for school protection, requiring one drone per 200 students. The proposal faces criticism from security experts concerned about safety and effectiveness, while highlighting ongoing debates about school security solutions.

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    US Military Personnel Tracked: Commercial Data Brokers Selling Sensitive Location Data in Germany

    November 20, 2024 • 1 min read

    A joint investigation reveals that location data of US military and intelligence personnel in Germany is being sold by commercial data brokers, tracking movements from homes to secure facilities including suspected nuclear sites. The legal but concerning practice raises major security risks as anyone can purchase this sensitive information.

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    Italy's Affordable Spyware Revolution: How Budget-Friendly Surveillance Tools Are Reshaping the Global Market

    November 19, 2024 • 1 min read

    Italy has emerged as a major player in surveillance technology by offering law enforcement agencies spyware tools for just €150 per day. Unlike premium vendors like NSO Group, Italian firms focus on basic but functional tools, making surveillance technology more accessible while drawing less scrutiny.

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    WhatsApp Zero-Day Exploit: NSO Group's Continued Attacks After Legal Battle Begins

    November 16, 2024 • 1 min read

    Israeli spyware firm NSO Group allegedly exploited a new WhatsApp vulnerability in 2019, even after being sued by Meta for a previous security breach. The revelation from unsealed court documents highlights growing tensions between tech companies and surveillance software vendors while raising concerns about user privacy protection.

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