Gillo
@alicudi.bsky.social
Activism and infosec.
"If you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space."
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"If you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space."
Cross Mastodon posting on:
@[email protected]
As the year wraps up, here’s a roundup of the year’s worst, weirdest, and most impactful data breaches. Enjoy the break and keep your infosec antennas up during the holidays.
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
The Breachies 2025: The Worst, Weirdest, Most Impactful Data Breaches of the Year
Another year has come and gone, and with it, thousands of data breaches that affect millions of people. The question these days is less, Is my information in a data breach this year? and more How many...
www.eff.org
December 19, 2025 at 3:43 PM
As the year wraps up, here’s a roundup of the year’s worst, weirdest, and most impactful data breaches. Enjoy the break and keep your infosec antennas up during the holidays.
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
Welcome to the US. But first, hand over your social media life. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #usa #trump #tourism
Tourists to US would have to reveal five years of social media activity under new Trump plan
Plan would apply to countries not currently required to get visas to the US, including Britain and France
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Welcome to the US. But first, hand over your social media life. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #usa #trump #tourism
Yesterday’s event with Trump and Mohammed bin Salman was already a horror show, and it got even worse when it was followed by a dinner with the tech bros, Cristiano Ronaldo, and a whole crew of suck‑ups. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...
Who Attended Trump’s Dinner for the Saudi Crown Prince?
www.nytimes.com
November 19, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Yesterday’s event with Trump and Mohammed bin Salman was already a horror show, and it got even worse when it was followed by a dinner with the tech bros, Cristiano Ronaldo, and a whole crew of suck‑ups. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...
In the new multi-channel social engineering landscape, LinkedIn is one of the main breeding grounds for phishing attacks. This article, even if biased given its sponsor, gives a good overview of the risks.
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit... #socialengineering #phishing #infosec #linkedin
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit... #socialengineering #phishing #infosec #linkedin
5 reasons why attackers are phishing over LinkedIn
Attackers are increasingly phishing over LinkedIn to reach executives and bypass email security tools. Push Security explains how real-time browser protection detects and blocks phishing across apps a...
www.bleepingcomputer.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:50 PM
In the new multi-channel social engineering landscape, LinkedIn is one of the main breeding grounds for phishing attacks. This article, even if biased given its sponsor, gives a good overview of the risks.
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit... #socialengineering #phishing #infosec #linkedin
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit... #socialengineering #phishing #infosec #linkedin
Very good article by the excellent Cory Doctorow about how digital activism and climate activism actually have a ton in common - really interesting connections between the two movements and how they’re tackling similar challenges. #climate #environment #activism
doctorow.medium.com/https-plural...
doctorow.medium.com/https-plural...
The curious, intertwined history of climate and digital rights activism
It’s going much [better|worse] than expected.
doctorow.medium.com
October 17, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Very good article by the excellent Cory Doctorow about how digital activism and climate activism actually have a ton in common - really interesting connections between the two movements and how they’re tackling similar challenges. #climate #environment #activism
doctorow.medium.com/https-plural...
doctorow.medium.com/https-plural...
Germany has committed to oppose the EU’s controversial “Chat Control” regulations which means most likely that this law will not be accepted by the EU council next week. Germany’s position was influenced by huge pressure from multiple activists. www.theregister.com/2025/10/08/g... #infosec
Germany slams brakes on EU's Chat Control snoopfest
: Berlin's opposition likely kills off Brussels' bid to scan everyone's messages
www.theregister.com
October 9, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Germany has committed to oppose the EU’s controversial “Chat Control” regulations which means most likely that this law will not be accepted by the EU council next week. Germany’s position was influenced by huge pressure from multiple activists. www.theregister.com/2025/10/08/g... #infosec
Sora and AI generated videos are a game changers in terms of mis/disinformation: they are making it impossible to trust what we see in videos—deepfakes are now mainstream and everyone needs to be skeptical. #ai #deepfakes #sora #openai #disinformation
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/09/t...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/09/t...
What the Arrival of A.I.-Fabricated Video Means for Us
www.nytimes.com
October 9, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Sora and AI generated videos are a game changers in terms of mis/disinformation: they are making it impossible to trust what we see in videos—deepfakes are now mainstream and everyone needs to be skeptical. #ai #deepfakes #sora #openai #disinformation
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/09/t...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/09/t...
Geeez…. The US administration is really running out of funds. They don’t even have enough money to buy privacy screens. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #infosec #shouldersurfing
White House official inadvertently reveals plans to send elite army unit to Portland | US military | The Guardian
Anthony Salisbury displayed chat about deployment of 82nd airborne division on cell phone while in Minnesota
www.theguardian.com
October 5, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Geeez…. The US administration is really running out of funds. They don’t even have enough money to buy privacy screens. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #infosec #shouldersurfing
The EU “Chat Control” law would scan everyone’s messages, breaking encryption and risking digital rights for all—kids included. Experts & civil groups say it’s dangerous. Sign to stop mass surveillance: crm.edri.org/stop-scannin...
Children deserve a secure and safe internet | EDRi CiviCRM
crm.edri.org
September 26, 2025 at 7:59 PM
The EU “Chat Control” law would scan everyone’s messages, breaking encryption and risking digital rights for all—kids included. Experts & civil groups say it’s dangerous. Sign to stop mass surveillance: crm.edri.org/stop-scannin...
Original post: mastodon.archive.org/@internetarc...
September 24, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Original post: mastodon.archive.org/@internetarc...
Attackers move beyond email-based phishing, personal accounts (messengers, social media, etc.) are being targeted more often than work ones and regular phishing campaign trainings might create a false sense of security. #phishing #socialengineering #infosec
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit...
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit...
Why attackers are moving beyond email-based phishing attacks
Phishing isn't just email anymore. Attackers now use social media, chat apps & malicious ads to steal credentials. Push Security explains the latest tactics and shows how to stop multi-channel phishin...
www.bleepingcomputer.com
September 23, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Attackers move beyond email-based phishing, personal accounts (messengers, social media, etc.) are being targeted more often than work ones and regular phishing campaign trainings might create a false sense of security. #phishing #socialengineering #infosec
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit...
www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/securit...
Amazing news in the activism and human rights world edition.cnn.com/2025/09/22/m...
Alaa Abd El-Fattah pardoned: Egyptian president orders release of prominent activist, state media reports | CNN
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has ordered the release of prominent activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, the Egyptian state-run outlet Al Ahram reported on Monday.
edition.cnn.com
September 22, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Amazing news in the activism and human rights world edition.cnn.com/2025/09/22/m...
GPS jamming at work… www.politico.eu/article/ursu...
Von der Leyen’s plane hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming
Commission president was on a tour of frontline states when her plane was the target of interference.
www.politico.eu
September 1, 2025 at 11:23 AM
GPS jamming at work… www.politico.eu/article/ursu...
And now… Bad bad UK!! Cracking down on VPNs is a horrible idea. gizmodo.com/uk-official-...
UK Official Calls for Age Verification on VPNs to Prevent Porn Loophole
The call comes as governments go to war with the anonymous web.
gizmodo.com
August 19, 2025 at 7:01 PM
And now… Bad bad UK!! Cracking down on VPNs is a horrible idea. gizmodo.com/uk-official-...
Well done UK (although it took US pressure…) www.theverge.com/news/761240/...
UK drops demand for backdoor into Apple encryption
Here’s hoping that ADP returns to the UK.
www.theverge.com
August 19, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Well done UK (although it took US pressure…) www.theverge.com/news/761240/...
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📣 Are you aware of journalists being harassed at immigration courts? Officers photographing them or their press badges? Being asked to sign in when others aren't?
@freedom.press and our partner organizations want to know about it.
Reach out on Signal to ssugars.01 or via DM.
@freedom.press and our partner organizations want to know about it.
Reach out on Signal to ssugars.01 or via DM.
August 7, 2025 at 8:51 PM
📣 Are you aware of journalists being harassed at immigration courts? Officers photographing them or their press badges? Being asked to sign in when others aren't?
@freedom.press and our partner organizations want to know about it.
Reach out on Signal to ssugars.01 or via DM.
@freedom.press and our partner organizations want to know about it.
Reach out on Signal to ssugars.01 or via DM.
Imagine if AI chatbots’ popularity had started just before COVID… futurism.com/man-poisons-...
Man Follows ChatGPT's Advice and Poisons Himself
An older man learned the hard way that ChatGPT isn't to be trusted with health advice after the toxic chatbot landed him in the hospital.
futurism.com
August 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Imagine if AI chatbots’ popularity had started just before COVID… futurism.com/man-poisons-...
Nobody is immune to deepfakes, and definitely not the current US administration www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #ai #infosec #deepfakes #marcorubio #socialengineering
AI scammer posing as Marco Rubio targets officials in growing threat | US news | The Guardian
Fake voice and text messages on Signal tricked senior leaders, as AI impersonation rises in global politics
www.theguardian.com
July 8, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Nobody is immune to deepfakes, and definitely not the current US administration www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #ai #infosec #deepfakes #marcorubio #socialengineering
Very good article by @micahflee.com about using Signal groups for activism. Some new tips there like creating announcement-only groups for rapid response and using QR codes during physical meetings. micahflee.com/using-signal... #infosec #signal #activism #security #privacy
Using Signal groups for activism
Things are heating up. Millions of people are taking to the streets against Trump's rising authoritarianism. Communities around the US are organizing to defend against ICE raids, to protest Israeli ge...
micahflee.com
June 20, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Very good article by @micahflee.com about using Signal groups for activism. Some new tips there like creating announcement-only groups for rapid response and using QR codes during physical meetings. micahflee.com/using-signal... #infosec #signal #activism #security #privacy
Researchers found out that recently a million SMS two-factor authentication codes and login information were intercepted! As expected, authenticator apps or security keys are the best solution. www.lighthousereports.com/investigatio... #infosec #2FA #leaks #sms
Two Factor Insecurity
How Google, Amazon, Meta and thousands of other companies leave customers vulnerable over one-time codes to save time and money
www.lighthousereports.com
June 18, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Researchers found out that recently a million SMS two-factor authentication codes and login information were intercepted! As expected, authenticator apps or security keys are the best solution. www.lighthousereports.com/investigatio... #infosec #2FA #leaks #sms
More on how to secure your phone before a protest.
www.theverge.com/21276979/pho... #protest #activism #surveillance #USA #privacy #infosec
www.theverge.com/21276979/pho... #protest #activism #surveillance #USA #privacy #infosec
How to secure your phone before attending a protest | The Verge
Here are some privacy measures you can take
www.theverge.com
June 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
More on how to secure your phone before a protest.
www.theverge.com/21276979/pho... #protest #activism #surveillance #USA #privacy #infosec
www.theverge.com/21276979/pho... #protest #activism #surveillance #USA #privacy #infosec
Interesting WIRED article about how law enforcement uses facial recognition and phone tracking at protests. www.wired.com/story/how-to... #protest #surveillance #infosec #USA
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance | WIRED
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest.
www.wired.com
June 13, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Interesting WIRED article about how law enforcement uses facial recognition and phone tracking at protests. www.wired.com/story/how-to... #protest #surveillance #infosec #USA
New forensic research proves two Italian journalists were hacked using government spyware made by Israeli surveillance tech provider Paragon. techcrunch.com/2025/06/12/r... #spyware #paragon #journalists #italy #infosec
Researchers confirm two journalists were hacked with Paragon spyware | TechCrunch
The confirmation of two hacked victims further deepens an ongoing spyware scandal that, for now, appears largely focused on the Italian government.
techcrunch.com
June 12, 2025 at 12:19 PM
New forensic research proves two Italian journalists were hacked using government spyware made by Israeli surveillance tech provider Paragon. techcrunch.com/2025/06/12/r... #spyware #paragon #journalists #italy #infosec
Frontline Defenders have updated their Guide to Protect Information while Traveling.
Although the guide’s target audience is usually at-risk human rights defenders, it’s still a great article for general security guidelines.
securityinabox.org/en/assess-pl... #infosec #opsec
Although the guide’s target audience is usually at-risk human rights defenders, it’s still a great article for general security guidelines.
securityinabox.org/en/assess-pl... #infosec #opsec
Protect your information and devices while traveling
Protect your information and devices while traveling
securityinabox.org
May 30, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Frontline Defenders have updated their Guide to Protect Information while Traveling.
Although the guide’s target audience is usually at-risk human rights defenders, it’s still a great article for general security guidelines.
securityinabox.org/en/assess-pl... #infosec #opsec
Although the guide’s target audience is usually at-risk human rights defenders, it’s still a great article for general security guidelines.
securityinabox.org/en/assess-pl... #infosec #opsec