https://artfulenigma.com/tags/privacy/ Recent content in privacy on aRtFuL eNiGmA https://artfulenigma.com/%3Clink%20or%20path%20of%20image%20for%20opengraph,%20twitter-cards%3E https://artfulenigma.com/%3Clink%20or%20path%20of%20image%20for%20opengraph,%20twitter-cards%3E Hugo -- gohugo.io Thu, 11 Nov 2021 19:43:03 +0100 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/switch_to_linux_for_better_privacy/ Thu, 11 Nov 2021 19:43:03 +0100 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/switch_to_linux_for_better_privacy/ I am a long time user and advocate of Linux. I use it daily in my teaching, and have long expounded the many security and privacy benefits that come from using the operating systems. The problem is, for the average user, it can be daunting thought to make the switch. Despite, this I would encourage you to watch this video by Rob Braxman. In it, he fully explains the underlying structure of Linux, namely the mainline Kernel and GNU utilities built on top of it, leading to the many distributions to choose from. https://artfulenigma.com/articles/social-media-fingerprint/ Tue, 26 Oct 2021 18:43:03 +0100 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/social-media-fingerprint/ There is a well known vulnerability in many web platforms that allows a potential attacker to determine the online platforms you are signed up to and are currently logged into. The exploit is pretty simple and actually easy to fix, however, most companies have not bothered to fix it because it does pose a serious risk to their platforms. It does pose a potential issue for our privacy so let’s briefly look at how we can protect ourself. https://artfulenigma.com/articles/amazonsidewalkprivacyconcerns/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 11:30:03 +0000 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/amazonsidewalkprivacyconcerns/ Amazon recently announced the launch of a new service: Amazon Sidewalk which appears to have caused quite a stir. The tech giant has come under fire for the way it has rolled out the new service, amid concerns regarding user privacy and security. Let’s briefly review the service to decide whether it is a useful new feature or a cause for concern. What is Amazon Sidewalk? The first thing to note is that at present the service has only launched in the US. https://artfulenigma.com/articles/best-web-browser-for-privacy-in-2021/ Sun, 09 Aug 2020 13:21:37 +0100 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/best-web-browser-for-privacy-in-2021/ Welcome A web browser can collect a lot of information about you. As the tool most used to browse the Internet, they can track the sites you visit, how long you spent on them, which links you clicked on or purchases you made, and much more. Choosing the right web browser is, therefore, an important consideration when trying to improve your online privacy. Ideally, you should choose a web browser which blocks all trackers by default, or at least, allows you to easily configure it do so. https://artfulenigma.com/articles/multi-factor-authentication-2fa-and-biometrics/ Sun, 02 Aug 2020 11:30:03 +0000 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/multi-factor-authentication-2fa-and-biometrics/ In a recent article, How to create and manage strong passwords, I demonstrated how using mnemonics to remember complex passwords or adopting a bitwarden can be used to improve your digital security, and make you a much more difficult target for potential hackers. It is, however, possible to protect your online digital interactions even further, by using Multi-factor authentication (MFA) to add extra layers of security when logging into systems. https://artfulenigma.com/articles/antitrust-tech-giants-face-congress/ Thu, 30 Jul 2020 11:30:03 +0000 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/antitrust-tech-giants-face-congress/ Tech giants: Apple, Google, Facebook and Amazon were questioned by a US Congress subcommittee yesterday on issues relating to antitrust, and the suggestion they hold too much power. For nearly six hours, congress confronted the CEOs about whether they wielded their market power to eliminate competitors and amass huge data on their customers. Indeed, congressman David Cicilline summarised the hearing by suggesting: Simply put, they have too much power. The firms have monopoly power, some need to be broken up, all need to be properly regulated and held accountable – David Cicilline However, according to Forbes , while the hearing may reflect the public’s (America) general concern regarding antitrust, and big tech’s increasing power, many are torn if, or how, the government should take action. https://artfulenigma.com/articles/minfckinsidecambridgeanalyticasplottobreaktheworld/ Tue, 30 Jun 2020 22:31:54 +0100 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/minfckinsidecambridgeanalyticasplottobreaktheworld/ Introduction It seems an appropriate week to be talking about social media. Many advertisers and sponsors have suspended advertising on Facebook, and some big names have left twitter (they were banned to be fair) moving to it’s “anything goes” rival paler. What better week to share a review of Christopher Wylie’s book: Mindf*ck: Inside Cambridge Analytica’s Plot to Break the World. Last week as I sat down to write a review I came across a great video on YouTube by Dan White , who kindly offered to share his review with subscribers of my mailing list (join the list to hear everything first). https://artfulenigma.com/articles/why-privacy-matters/ Mon, 25 May 2020 11:30:03 +0000 https://artfulenigma.com/articles/why-privacy-matters/ Have you ever stopped to think about the technology you use, or the online services you engage with on a regular basis ? Chances are you use some form of technology or internet service on a daily basis. If so, have you considered the increasing trust we are required to place in technology or companies to manage our daily interactions. Whether it’s emails, holiday photos on social media, on-line shopping, internet banking or even health details; we are generating more personal data than ever before.