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Privacy Roundup: Week 3 of Year 2025

Security Boulevard

Specifically, stories and news items where public and/or private organizations have leveraged their capabilities to encroach on user privacy; for example, data brokers using underhanded means to harvest user location data without user knowledge or public organizations using technology without regard for user privacy.

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Half of Britons feel they are victims of ‘Sonic Snooping’

CyberSecurity Insiders

Keeping a tab on mobile applications and checking on what they are asking as permissions might resolve most of the troubles linked to this cyber threat. The users got these feelings as they noticed an advertisement for a product or a service as soon as they searched or spoke about it with their friend or family member over the phone.

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US Federal Judge Upholds Automakers' Right to Record Texts, Call Logs

SecureWorld News

The automakers argued that their practice was necessary to provide certain features and services, such as hands-free calling and texting, and that customers had consented to the data collection by agreeing to the terms of service when they purchased their vehicles.

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What Is Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security?

eSecurity Planet

They communicate with the central control system, allowing data collection and remote control over long distances. These networks enable data exchange between PLCs, RTUs, SCADA systems, and HMIs. Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) RTUs are field devices that interface with sensors and actuators in remote locations.

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How to Use a VPN: Complete User Guide

eSecurity Planet

A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and your company’s network, protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access. Preventing Unwanted Surveillance Governments and other entities may monitor internet traffic, compromising your privacy. This extra security is crucial for protecting your financial data from online threats.

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