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Re:Facebook Helped Develop a Tails Exploit by rakoo on Tuesday June 16, 2020 @05:24AM (#23537280)
It's a little bit short-sighted, divulging the exploit makes sure it is known and reduces the chances it happens again in the future
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Re:Facebook Helped Develop a Tails Exploit by WhyNotHugo on Tuesday June 16, 2020 @07:55AM (#23538072)
There's a clear downside that this can't be used against the next kid-molestor.

But then, this also can't be used against every other human being who needs privacy either. E.g.: Journalists, activists, anyone who disagrees with a large government, etc,

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Re:Facebook Helped Develop a Tails Exploit by rakoo on Tuesday June 16, 2020 @09:26AM (#23538870)
This is in line with the arguments for/against Tor in general. I believe if you agree with Tor as a principle, then you should agree that making this exploit known is better overall.

As an aside, I believe everyone needs privacy, so I'd rather say that everyone benefits from it, not just the usual journalists, activists, whistleblowers, etc...

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