Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Researchers Blast TRUSTe on User Privacy

Shaun Nichols writes on vnunet.com:

Consumer privacy firm TRUSTe is under fire from spyware researchers over its handling of a recent rogue download incident, and the fallout is leading those connected with the case to publicly question the firm's credibility.

The controversy stems from the way TRUSTe handled reports that web traffic analysis firm comScore was installing its tracking software.

The software, known as RelevantKnowledge, is used to gather information on a user's internet behaviour such as website traffic and purchasing patterns. It normally requires direct consent from the user before installation.

More here.

posted by Fergie @ 7/24/2007 10:36:00 AM

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