Stalkerware stories
Report reveals rise in global digital stalking in 2023
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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digital literacy
Kaspersky's 2023 report highlights a worrying rise in global stalkerware abuse, with approximately 31,000 victims recorded, marking a 6% increase from 2022.
Singaporeans admit to digital stalking in Kaspersky survey
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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surveillance
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stalkerware
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domestic violence
A shocking 42% of Singaporeans admit to employing stalkerware on their partners, according to Kaspersky's global survey on digital abuse and stalking.
Criminals preying on generosity to steal donations: Avast
Fri, 7th Jul 2023
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Avast researchers have identified a video campaign from an organisation claiming to be collecting money for sick children, which are actually scam sites.
Kaspersky highlights mobile threat impacting thousands globally
Wed, 20th Apr 2022
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smartphones
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endpoint protection
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edr
Stalkerware impacted over 32,000 Kaspersky mobile users globally last year, highlighting the need to tackle this issue, says Kaspersky.
Threats of stalking and doxing still loom on dating apps
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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online dating
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kaspersky
While dating apps have become safer, they still pose significant risk to users, leaving them vulnerable to threats including cyberstalking and doxing.
Cyber stalking rampant amongst young New Zealanders - study
Fri, 25th Jun 2021
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cybersecurity
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norton
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aras
1 in 3 young New Zealanders likely to cyber stalk their partner or ex, according to Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report.
Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.
Android stalkerware on the rise
Tue, 18th May 2021
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smartphones
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spying
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eset
ESET research reveals a significant increase in Android stalkerware detections, with serious security and privacy issues identified in these monitoring apps.
Interpol announces it will join the Coalition Against Stalkerware
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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cybersecurity
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malwarebytes
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interpol
Interpol teams up with the Coalition Against Stalkerware to investigate the use of stalkerware and support victims of tech abuse.
Stalkerware remains significant problem throughout COVID-19 lockdowns
Tue, 2nd Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
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stalkerware
Stalkerware continues to be a major issue globally, affecting over 50,000 users in 2020, according to Kaspersky.
11 new orgs join fight against insidious Stalkerware
Tue, 2nd Jun 2020
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malware
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cybersecurity
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malwarebytes
Founded last year, the Coalition Against Stalkerware brings together cybersecurity vendors, domestic violence organisations, and digital rights advocates.
New stalkerware tech wreaking havoc on personal privacy
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
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geofencing
New stalkerware MonitorMinor compromises personal privacy like never before, giving attackers unprecedented access to devices and popular messaging apps.
'Stalkerware': The new name for spying tools & online harrassment
Tue, 26th Nov 2019
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cyber-stalking
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online harrassment
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aras
A coalition of cybersecurity firms, including Norton and Kaspersky, is tackling the rise of stalkerware—dangerous software used for spying and harassment.
Just looking
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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cyber-stalking
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webcam
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stalkerware
Opentopia invites the curious to explore a vast array of global live webcam feeds, offering a window into different corners of the world with just a click.