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Kremlin-backed Max messenger can alter surveillance per user, InterSecLab finds
Meduza English·RU·about 10 hours ago
Researchers found that VK's servers can remotely enable surveillance features in its Max messenger, automatically tracking keywords in messages and calls. This indicates a built-in backdoor capability, raising privacy and security concerns for users. The extent of actual use and the scope of data collection remain unclear.