Digital IDs Are Being Introduced in the UK. Here’s How They’re Expected to Work.
The government said the new system would help to curb illegal migration, but opponents said it would infringe on citizens’ privacy.
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Digital Threat Modeling Under Authoritarianism
Today’s world requires us to make complex and nuanced decisions about our digital security. Evaluating when to use a secure messaging app like Signal or WhatsApp, which passwords to store on your smartphone, or what to share on social media requires us to assess risks and make judgments accordingly. Arriving at any conclusion is an exercise in threat modeling.
In security, threat modeling is the process of determining what security measures make sense in your particular situation. It’s a way to think about potential risks, possible defenses, and the costs of both. It’s how experts avoid being distracted by irrelevant risks or overburdened by undue costs…
Archer Health Data Leak Exposes 23GB of Medical Records
California-based Archer Health exposed 23GB of patient records, including SSNs, IDs, and medical files, after an unprotected database was found online.
Hackers reportedly steal details of 8,000 children from Kido nursery chain
Firm, which has 18 sites around London and more in US, India and China, has received ransom demand, say reportsThe names, pictures and addresses of about 8,000 children have reportedly been stolen from the Kido nursery chain by a gang of cybercriminals…
Digital ID cards: a versatile and useful tool or a worrying cybersecurity risk?
As Keir Starmer aims to revive ID card system first proposed by Tony Blair, we look at the arguments for and againstIt is 21 years since Tony Blair’s government made proposals for an ID card system to tackle illegal working and immigration, and to make…
Starmer to unveil digital ID cards in plan set to ignite civil liberties row
‘Brit card’ already facing opposition from privacy campaigners as government looks for ways to tackle illegal immigrationAll working adults will need digital ID cards under plans to be announced by Keir Starmer, in a move that will spark a battle with …
PSF Warns of Fake PyPI Login Site Stealing User Credentials
The Python Software Foundation (PSF) warns developers of phishing emails leading to a fake PyPI login site designed to steal account credentials.
US border patrol collected DNA from thousands of US citizens for years, data shows
CBP officers took DNA samples from about 2,000 citizens, some as young as 14 and many who never faced criminal charges, new analysis showsIn March 2021, a 25-year-old US citizen was traveling through Chicago’s Midway airport when they were stopped by U…
Jeep and Dodge Parent Company Stellantis Confirms Customer Data Breach
Stellantis, parent of Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and FIAT, confirms data breach through third-party vendor. Contact info exposed, financial data not affected.
AI Forensics Help Europol Track 51 Children in Global Online Abuse Case
Europol and 18 countries used AI forensics to identify 51 child victims and 60 suspects in a global online abuse investigation.