Microsoft’s Flawed Security Fix: Sensitive Information Filter Fails to Protect Credit Card Details

Microsoft’s ‘Recall’ Feature Raises Privacy Concerns Despite Promises of Enhanced Security

Microsoft’s ambitious Recall feature has been mired in controversy, with many questioning its ability to safeguard user privacy. The AI-powered tool, designed to take constant screenshots and create a searchable timeline of your activity, has been criticized for storing personal data, including credit card details and social security numbers, even with the "sensitive information" filter enabled.

What’s the Problem with Recall?

The latest issue with Recall is the failure of its supposed "sensitive information" filter to work effectively. A recent test by Tom’s Hardware revealed that the filter didn’t block the capture of personal details, including credit card numbers, in multiple apps and websites.

Recall’s Troubled History

Recall has been plagued by bugs and delays since its announcement in June. Just last week, a glitch was reported to be preventing the feature from working for some users. Before that, there were issues with the screenshotting portion of the tool, and the feature was delayed multiple times due to privacy and security concerns.

Microsoft’s Response

Microsoft has acknowledged the issues and promised to continue improving the feature. The company states that users can delete any unwanted screenshots and instruct Recall to ignore specific apps or websites. However, this doesn’t alleviate concerns about the potential risks of keeping an exhaustive record of user activity.

A Risky Feature

The fact that Recall creates a comprehensive database of user activity, even with encryption, raises concerns about the potential for bad actors to access this information. As it stands, users are essentially putting their data at risk by using the feature.

Conclusion

While Microsoft continues to work on improving Recall, it’s unclear when the feature will be ready for full release. Until then, users may want to exercise caution and consider alternative methods for remembering their actions. With so many concerns surrounding Recall, it’s hard to justify the potential risks associated with using this feature.

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