How Soldiers’ Workout Data Exposed CIA Black Sites (Your OPSEC Wake-Up Call)

In 2018, a fitness app accidentally exposed secret CIA black sites, military bases, and soldier patrol routes to enemy forces worldwide. Strava’s “harmless” heat map revealed 3 trillion GPS data points, lighting up covert locations in Afghanistan, Syria, and Africa like Christmas trees. Soldiers had unknowingly painted targets on their own backs, just by logging their daily runs. In this episode of The OPSEC Podcast, you’ll discover:How fitness trackers turned into enemy intelligence goldmines (the military scrambled to fix this OPSEC disaster)The 5-step OPSEC process born from Vietnam War failures that could protect you todayWhy your 5 AM run routine makes you vulnerable to stalkers, thieves, and worseThe “nobody’s coming to save you” reality of digital privacy (hint: it’s all on you)Simple countermeasures that take 5 minutes but could save you thousandsYour smartphone is tracking your every move. Your fitness apps know when you’re home alone. Your daily routines are being sold to data brokers right now. The same OPSEC failures that exposed military secrets are happening in your pocket every day. Don’t let your morning workout become someone else’s intelligence operation. Your patterns are being watched – make sure you’re the one in control.Remember: Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean they’re not after you.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to The OPSEC Podcast - where operational security meets everyday life.I'm your host, Allen P. - former Navy aircrew, defense contractor, and cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of international intelligence operations experience. From the back of military aircraft to Intelligence Community-contracted programs, from Cyber Command to corporate security - I've seen what's possible when privacy and security break down.But here's the thing: nobody's coming to save you. The companies won't fix this for you. The government won't protect your privacy. Your security is your responsibility.Every two weeks, we'll dive deep into the world of operational security - not just as a professional practice, but as a way of life. We'll cover signature reduction, security operations, privacy strategies, and the OPSEC mindset that can protect you whether you're an intelligence professional, a corporate analyst, or someone who simply values their privacy and security.From digital tools and daily carry items to situational awareness and travel security - this is practical, actionable intelligence you can use today. Because in a world where your data is currency and your privacy is under constant attack, the best defense is being your own first line of security.Strong body, strong mind. Be the leader of your tribe. Welcome to The OPSEC Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.