This page contains a list of interesting actual cases of privacy threats that have hit the news (original source included). Don’t hesitate to contact us via e-mail if you have noticed similar cases. The CAPrice website is not responsible for the content of external websites.
Why the data you leave in a rental car could threaten your privacy says Larissa Reinders. She plugs her phone into her rental car the moment she gets in and often has to delete information from previous drivers that pops up on the screen. The Fredericton woman admits it hasn’t crossed her mind that she might […]
This an interesting story about cloudpets and privacy. Only a couple of weeks ago, there were a lot of news headlines about how Germany had banned an internet-connected doll called “Cayla” over fears hackers could target children. One of their primary concerns was the potential risk to the privacy of children: conversations between the child […]
Marie Moe, who is a SINTEF researcher in cybersecurity, discovered that her heart is being regulated by a pacemaker which can be hacked. “I was shocked to discover that my pacemaker could be connected to the internet”, says Marie Moe. “It was then I realised that it’s possible for some computer nerd to hack […]
Fitness wristbands privacy. Did they violate the European law as complained the Norwegian Consumer Council? Several fitness wristbands violate Norwegian and European consumer- and privacy legislation. The Norwegian Consumer Council are submitting a formal complaint against four companies to the Norwegian Data Protection Authority and the Consumer Ombudsman. The Norwegian Consumer Council has analyzed the terms […]
Finally what Google knows about you! Some things are fascinating, others are frightening — but here’s how to find out what Google has on you. We briefly present you the list gathered by JR Raphael and computerworld.com: 1. A full history of your voice commands with any Google product — including actual audio recordings […]
An article about smart tv and privacy… Vizio, one of the world’s biggest makers of Smart TVs, is paying $2.2 million to settle charges that it collected viewing habits from 11 million devices without the knowledge or consent of the people watching them. According to a complaint filed Monday by the US Federal Trade Commission, […]
Cloud storage services that allow you to store your personal files and folders online are on the rise. The Norwegian Consumer Council has analysed* the terms of service of the most popular cloud storage services. The survey shows that there are large differences in the services’ terms and rights. All the surveyed service providers let […]
The internet connected toys My Friend Cayla and i-Que fail miserably when it comes to safeguarding basic consumer rights, security, and privacy. The Norwegian Consumer Council has looked at the terms and the technical features of selected connected toys. The findings show a serious lack of understanding of children’s rights to privacy and security. Based […]
The strange case of exposed passwords… Researchers at Northeastern University identified more than 20 iOS, Android, and Windows Phone apps that exposed users’ credentials, including passwords, to eavesdroppers. Their experience with password vulnerabilities was generally positive in the end, but there’s still room for improvement. They contacted developers to fix these security vulnerabilities, and what […]
Which is the price of your personal data? While the multibillion-dollar data broker industry profits from the trade of thousands of details about individual, those bits of information are often sold for a fraction of a penny apiece, according to industry pricing data viewed by the Financial Times. Explore how valuable your data are with […]
Despite its ubiquity, Internet of Things security still isn’t ready for prime time. The security of Internet-connected baby monitors got a failing grade from researchers who found critical vulnerabilities in all nine of the models they reviewed. The weaknesses make it possible for hackers half a world away to perform a host of nefarious actions. […]
Health and fitness apps share user data with partners and advertisers; can store data after the account is deleted and track you when not in use, according to research by the Norwegian Consumer Council. Health and fitness apps can be enabling tools to get in better shape and gain greater control over your diet. Unfortunately, […]
Nissan Leaf app can be hacked? Nissan has suspended the functions of an app that could have been used to hack its Leaf electric cars. The action follows the revelation that a flaw with the software meant that an attacker could run down the battery of a target’s car and see data about its recent […]
These are the best privacy-friendly apps & services for 2016… This is a guide to private-friendly apps and services. The list includes reliable and easy-to-use services. They will help you to: Avoid Leaks and Hacks Reduce the risk of having personal information hacked or leaked Reduce Information Collection These apps will block marketing companies from […]
