Programmer DD

Dec 13, 2021 · Information Security

Can Meta’s New Hash‑Based Tool Really Stop Revenge Porn?

Meta’s latest privacy tool lets users pre‑upload intimate images to generate a unique digital fingerprint that platforms match and delete if re‑uploaded, but its reliance on exact‑match hashing, similar to PhotoDNA, raises questions about effectiveness, privacy, and the broader challenges of end‑to‑end encryption delays at the company.