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New smartphone tool to track side effects of the coronavirus vaccine may be vulnerable to manipulation – Washington Post

The text-messaging tool is intended to provide real-time warnings about problems, but experts say it prioritizes ease of use over security.

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The text-messaging system, called v-safe, is intended to provide early indications about possible adverse reactions from the vaccines. Using the messaging program, people who have received the shots can report symptoms and other health effects, such as missed work. Their responses could prompt phone calls from a team of safety professionals.
But the technology is raising red flags for some health and technology experts, who say hackers or anti-vaccine activists may be able to access the software…

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