EPIC Joins EFF, Others Urging California to Block Federal Agencies’ Covert ALPRs in New Letter
Summary
EPIC and the EFF, along with 30 other organizations, have sent a letter to California Governor Newsom urging the revocation of permits that allow federal agencies to operate covert automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) along California's border highways. The organizations are concerned about the privacy implications of these surveillance technologies. They are requesting the state to block the use of these ALPRs.
IFF Assessment
Efforts to limit government surveillance and protect privacy are generally good for defenders of civil liberties.
Severity
Defender Context
While not directly related to traditional cybersecurity, this issue is relevant to privacy and data security, which are increasingly important considerations for defenders. Organizations should be aware of the potential for government surveillance and its impact on user data and privacy. Defenders should monitor legislative and regulatory developments in this area.