Comment by runjake

Comment by runjake 7 days ago

I can think of several ways to exfiltrate data, even with the limited information you provided, so, yes.

But is it happening? Who knows. Maybe it doesn't now, but a future firmware update will. Who knows. Given your wise threat model, I'd avoid buying stuff from AliExpress.

ddtaylor 7 days ago

What makes you think "American" products aren't just rebranded AliExpress products essentially?

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runjake 7 days ago

Nothing. I didn't mention anything about American products. I only said it was wise, given OP's security posture, not to buy electronics off of AliExpress, which is specifically what they were asking about.

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fragmede 7 days ago

Is it any better if it's Sony or Audi that has my data?

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izacus 7 days ago

Of course, for Audi you're at least 100% sure your data (everywhere your car was, what its service status is and where you live) is already public. [0] No need to wonder anymore :P
[0]:https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/audi-volkswag...

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mrobins 7 days ago

No but I think it’s more likely the data is going back to the original manufacturer and the white labeler has no idea it’s happening.
Despite assuredly rigid QC and security testing /s.

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