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Dropbox Accused of Lying About Security
lee1 writes "Dropbox faces a possible FTC investigation because of misleading statements it has made about the privacy and security of its 25 million users' files. The cloud storage company previously claimed that it was impossible for its employees to access file contents, but in fact, as the encryption keys are in their possession, this is false. The complaint (PDF) points out that their false security claims gave Dropbox a competitive advantage over other firms offering similar services who actually did provide secure encryption."
As if we needed more snake-oil when it comes to computer security; especially where it involves encryption. I hope these guys get taken to task.
...when there's an actual investigation. Why the hell is it news that someone made a complaint?
"If you see a man on a horse, he is likely an enemy. Kill the man and eat the horse."
The only thing at issue here is that Dropbox LIED about the service they provided. Whether or not you personally believe anyone needs that level of protection is irrelevant. They said they offered it and LIED.
Learning HOW to think is more important than learning WHAT to think.
The good ol' "let's mock the victim here for not being as smart as me" routine.
No. If I mocked everyone not being as smart as me, I wouldn't get anything else done.
I only mock for "not being as smart as me but thinking to be way smarter than me".
If you trust Exxon and the MPAA more than the government with all its faults, then you have not been paying attention for the past 30 years.
You are welcome on my lawn.