S5, E213 - Unmasking the Privacy Threats of Wi-Fi Positioning Systems

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Ever wondered about the hidden privacy risks lurking in your
everyday Wi-Fi connections? In this episode, Cameron and Gabe
discuss the hidden risks of Wi-Fi based positioning systems. They
highlight a paper by Eric Rye and David Levine that explores the
privacy risks associated with these systems. The paper discusses
case studies where sensitive information about troop movements
and refugee migrations was revealed through these systems. The
conversation emphasizes the need for a larger conversation about
the widespread use of these systems and the potential privacy
implications.

Source: https://arxiv.org/abs/2405.14975

Credit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-rye/ &
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-levin-658b2564/


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