Security, Privacy, and Data-sharing Trade-offs When Moving to the United States: Insights from a Qualitative Study
Mindy Tran, Collins W. Munyendo, Harshini Sri Ramulu, Rachel Gonzalez Rodriguez, Luisa Ball Schnell, Cora Sula
IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy 2024 · Day 1 · Continental Ballroom 4
This talk, presented at IEEE S&P, delves into the multifaceted security, privacy, and data-sharing challenges encountered by individuals migrating to the United States. Led by co-first authors Mindy Tran and Collins W. Munyendo, and presented by Harshini Sri Ramulu, alongside supporting authors Rachel Gonzalez Rodriguez, Luisa Ball Schnell, and Cora Sula, the research unveils the complex landscape new immigrants must navigate. The study highlights how bureaucratic processes, technological barriers, and a lack of tailored guidance create significant vulnerabilities, often leading to feelings of unease and a compromised sense of safety.
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This qualitative study at IEEE S&P provides critical, novel insights into the systemic security and privacy failures faced by immigrants to the US. It effectively translates lived experiences into actionable defensive strategies for governments, tech providers, and employers, addressing a highly vulnerable population often overlooked in technical security discourse. The findings are not just academic; they outline concrete, necessary changes to mitigate real-world risks.