EAGLE SCOUT | Issue No. 20-24
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| No. 20-24 | 18 Dec 2020 |
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NEWS | Leaked source code raises questions re: evaluation by
schools of test-monitoring software 10 December 2020 UNITED STATES – An analysis of the Proctortrack source code that was leaked in a recent data breach suggests that the company has ignored basic data security practices and may have exposed students’ private information. Security experts are worried that schools are not doing enough to evaluate online proctoring companies to ensure that the personal data they collect are adequately protected. READ MORE |
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FEATURE | Kabataang Digital is the NPC's newest advocacy campaign
2 December 2020
PHILIPPINES – The National Privacy Commission launched its latest advocacy campaign, “Kabataang Digital.” It seeks to promote a safe online environment for the youth. The author wonders, though, why Google was allowed to be one of its sponsors, and suggests that its casts some doubt on the sincerity of the agency in pushing for its advocacy. READ MORE
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NEWS | Government requires the use of the StaySafe contact
tracing app amid user data concerns 4 December 2020
PHILIPPINES – The Philippine government has decided to require the use of the StaySafe app devised by the private firm, Multisys Technologies Corp, even as questions regarding the company’s compliance with government requirements remain. Technology experts had previously flagged the app’s weaknesses in terms of security and its failure to properly inform users how their data will be used. READ MORE
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NEWS | Advance Passenger Information to be required under new Presidential issuance
15 December 2020
PHILIPPINES – The government will be implementing the advance passenger information (API) system to enhance the country’s border security, as per the latest Executive Order of President Duterte. The system will expedite the processing of the arrival and departure of travelers by collecting in advance various information about passengers. READ MORE
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NEWS | PH firms still lack skilled personnel capable of handling cybersecurity risks
3 December 2020 PHILIPPINES – Philippine companies still lack personnel capable of dealing with cybersecurity risks, especial during crises like the current pandemic wherein businesses are very vulnerable to online threats. Despite organizations now spending more on cybersecurity, there are still very few professionals who are up to the task. READ MORE |
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