Today’s post is a for those of you using the popular Google Desktop tool. Google recently released a slew of fixes to address some security issues, but many experts believe there are more exploits than Google is letting be known (as they should be doing). This article gives a good explanation regarding some privacy concerns with Google Desktop.
From the article:
According to vulnerability detection specialist firm Watchfire, a cross site scripting error makes it possible for an attacker to gain full access to a users’ PC because the search giant insists on providing a link from its Web site directly to computers loaded with Google Desktop Search.
Of course I am not trying to spurn any paranoia here, however just be careful when you use a tool, such as Google Desktop, which allows online access to your files. Your sensitive data is only as secure as the service you use.
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