LGBT Q&A: How Can I Wipe Online Data That Points To My Queer Identity?
Summary
This article from EFF Deeplinks provides guidance for individuals looking to remove online data that could reveal their queer identity. It explains that personal information is primarily found on sites where it was voluntarily posted or through data brokers who collect and sell it, offering steps to search for and make this information harder to find.
IFF Assessment
This article is bad news for defenders as it outlines methods for individuals to remove sensitive personal information from the internet, which can hinder investigations or tracking by malicious actors.
Defender Context
This content highlights user-driven efforts to enhance privacy and reduce digital footprints, which can make tracking and attribution more challenging for security teams. Defenders should be aware of these privacy-enhancing techniques as they relate to digital forensics and incident response.