PT-2021-20339 · Luca · Luca

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: Luca versions 1.7.4 and earlier Description: The issue allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about COVID-19 tracking. This is because requests related to Check-In State occur shortly after requests for Phone Number...

Mass surveillance alone will not save us from coronavirus

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Covid-19 Poll Results: One in Four Prioritize Health Over Privacy

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Coronavirus Tracking App is ransomware; locks phones for ransom

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