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A Florida-based data broker, Datastream Group, has reportedly been selling sensitive location data of U.S. military personnel, with the source traced back to a Lithuanian firm, Eskimi. A letter from Zelensky’s office revealed the information after earlier investigations highlighted concerns about the origins of the data, which tracked military members in Germany. This finding underscores a global risk inherent in the ad-tech sector, according to cybersecurity expert Zach Edwards.
The investigation revealed that the broker offered access to substantial datasets with precise locations of devices owned by U.S. military personnel, potentially compromising their safety. Datastream Group asserts it obtained the data legitimately, while Eskimi denies having any commercial dealings with Datastream. Meanwhile, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden’s office has raised alarms with the Lithuanian Data Protection Authority regarding the implications for national security.
Despite inquiries, the Department of Defense has not disclosed specific responses related to the situation, though it acknowledges the risks associated with location-sharing services.