Popular RSS and Atom feeds could carry malicious JavaScript code that would compromise a PC, an expert warned. LAS VEGAS--Reading blogs via popular RSS or Atom feeds may expose computer users to hacker attacks, a security expert warns.

Is using RSS feeds legal?

In the United States, the author of any written material generally owns a copyright on that material. Since RSS is merely a way to access that material, the material is still copyrighted. ... Whether you use an RSS tool or a web browser to access material, the material is still copyrighted.

Are RSS feeds still used 2020?

Is it still used online? Yes and no. RSS feeds are certainly still present (more on this later), but they aren't as dominant as they once were. Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and others have become the go-to option for following sites, watching feeds, and learning about the latest content.