Researchers say contact tracing apps created by third-party developers could leave users vulnerable to a host of privacy and security issues. Apple and Google announced a plan to turn iOS and Android phones into mobile ‘beacons’ that alert users who opt in of potential exposure to COVID-19. Researchers at Notre Dame are designing an effective and secure framework for mobile contact tracing. Once completed, the research could impact how public health organizations respond to future pandemics, creating a more effective and efficient way to reach registered users with significantly reduced threats to their privacy.
Source: https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2021/02/24/secure-private-mobile-contact-tracing/