threat-intel AliExpress accused of fingerprinting shoppers with silent audio trick that also muted a dev's headphones AliExpress is accused of using a deceptive audio trick to silently collect shoppers' biometric data, including fingerprints, potentially compromising user privacy. This technique involved playing a brief audio clip that triggered fingerprinting, even when users weren't actively interacting with the website. The practic… The Register · 6d ago Medium privacybiometricsdata-collection
threat-intel Police Are Hiding Their Use of Flock Surveillance Cameras Iowa police are actively concealing their use of Flock license plate reader cameras, a system that tracks vehicle movements. This secrecy stems from a specific usage policy instructing officers not to disclose the camera… Schneier on Security · Aug 20, 2026 Medium surveillanceprivacylicense-plates
threat-intel Meta’s Ray-Bans are being banned from pubs, restaurants, and theatres Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses are facing increasing bans in venues across the UK due to concerns about covert surveillance. The glasses, which resemble ordinary spectacles, can record audio and video, and a recent investi… Graham Cluley · Aug 10, 2026 High UKKESWprivacysurveillanceai
threat-intel ICE Is Buying Access to Credit Card Records The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Intelligence and Operations (I&O) division is reportedly purchasing access to credit card transaction data from a private company, effectively giving them a massive window into… Schneier on Security · Aug 7, 2026 High surveillanceprivacydata-collection
threat-intel Voiture connectée : quelles données guident l’entretien ? This article discusses the increasing collection of data by connected vehicles, particularly regarding climate control systems, and how this data can be used to predict maintenance needs. However, it also highlights the… ZATAZ · Jul 30, 2026 Medium data-privacyconnected-carsvehicle-security
threat-intel Wi-Fi public : ce que votre fournisseur, pirates et marketing peuvent voir This article highlights the significant data collection practices of Wi-Fi providers, even when users are using HTTPS. While HTTPS protects content, providers can still track domains visited, connection times, data trans… ZATAZ · Jul 28, 2026 Medium wifiprivacydns
threat-intel MIT to Become Hotbed of AI Video Surveillance MIT is investing heavily in a massive AI-powered surveillance system, deploying over 500 cameras across campus and surrounding areas. These cameras will collect detailed data on individuals and objects, including facial… Schneier on Security · Jul 21, 2026 Medium surveillancefacial-recognitionprivacy
threat-intel Google and Microsoft Pull ModHeader With 1.6 Million Installs After Dormant Collector Found A popular Chrome and Edge header-editing extension, ModHeader, was found to contain a hidden browsing history collector, despite claims it didn't collect data. Researchers at Stripe OLT discovered the collector was dorma… The Hacker News · Jul 13, 2026 High CNextensiondata-collectionheader-editing
threat-intel Meta Files Patent for AI That Can Listen All Day and Track How You're Feeling Meta has filed a patent for an AI system that continuously monitors a user's voice, eye movements, and device usage to analyze their emotional state and provide personalized feedback. The system would track speech patter… The Hacker News · Jul 13, 2026 High aiprivacyemotion-analysis
threat-intel Google releases new privacy controls for activity history, personalization Google is releasing new privacy controls for its Search services and Google Play, allowing users to manage their saved history and personalized recommendations more granularly. The changes separate these functions into d… BleepingComputer · Jun 24, 2026 Low privacysearchpersonalization
