Apple turns iCloud into spy cloud, will start looking at public share links

Summary

Apple announced it will begin scanning public iCloud share links for "harmful content," a move that raises privacy concerns. The company has not yet defined what constitutes "harmful content," leaving ambiguity around the scope of the scanning.

IFF Assessment

FOE

This development is considered bad news for defenders as it represents an expansion of surveillance capabilities, potentially impacting user privacy and data security.

Defender Context

This move by Apple could have significant implications for how users share information and raises questions about the definition and enforcement of 'harmful content.' Defenders should be aware of potential shifts in data privacy policies and their impact on user trust and security practices.

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