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TILE'S LACK OF ENCRYPTION COULD MAKE TRACKER OWNERS VULNERABLE TO STALKING

theverge.com3 min read

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Security flaws in Tile's tracking devices have raised concerns about user vulnerability. Researchers found that these devices lack proper encryption and fail to adequately rotate identification details, making them easily exploitable for stalking and tracking purposes. Despite noting recent improvements, Tile's approach falls short compared to other brands, as anti-theft features can be abused, and privacy remains at risk for users relying on the technology.