
Lindiwe Matlali
May 10, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Security News This Week:
GlobalX Deportation Leak Uncovers Hidden Deportation
Hackers breached GlobalX, an airline contracted for U.S. deportations, leaking flight manifests that revealed the secret deportation of Ricardo Prada Vásquez to El Salvador—news previously withheld from his family. The breach highlights gaps in government transparency and record-keeping.
CBP Expands Facial Recognition and Rescinds Protections
U.S. Customs and Border Protection plans to broaden facial recognition tech for people in vehicles and those exiting the country. A recent memo also rolled back protections for vulnerable detainees, including pregnant women and the elderly.
DOGE Staffer’s Laptop Infected with Malware
A staffer in Elon Musk’s Department of Governmental Efficiency reportedly had password-stealing malware on his device—raising alarm over lax vetting and sensitive federal access.
Grok AI Misused to “Undress” Women on X
Users abused Musk’s Grok AI to generate inappropriate images of women in lingerie, despite warnings and complaints. Safeguards remain insufficient.
PowerSchool Data Breach Sparks School Extortion
Hackers are using data stolen from education software firm PowerSchool to extort schools months after a ransom was paid.
MrDeepFakes Site Shuts Down After Creator Identified
The AI deepfake porn site closed after its Canadian creator was exposed by journalists, ending years of harmful, nonconsensual content.
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