#Stalkerware

CubanX

@cubanx.bsky.social

1 week ago

who is paying for these “age verification” laws? we need to find the names of the fascists flooding the zone with these proposals. wouldn’t shock me if all roads lead to Palantir and Gay Hitler.
#stalkerware #techbros ...
#democracy #usa #gop #fascists #fascism

👉 Vote 'em Out!

Anne Roth

@anneroth.bsky.social

1 month ago

¯\_(ツ)_/¯

#Stalkerware #DigitaleGewalt

The Daily Tech Feed

@thedailytechfeed.com

1 month ago

Stalkerware apps continue to pose significant privacy risks, with numerous breaches exposing sensitive data. Stay informed and protect your digital privacy. #CyberSecurity #PrivacyMatters #Stalkerware Link: thedailytechfeed.com/stalkerware-...

The Daily Tech Feed

@thedailytechfeed.com

1 month ago

Hacktivist exposes over 500,000 stalkerware customer payment records, highlighting significant privacy and security risks. #CyberSecurity #PrivacyBreach #Stalkerware Link: thedailytechfeed.com/hacktivist-w...

The New Oil

@thenewoil.org

1 month ago

Hacktivist scrapes over 500,000 stalkerware customers’ payment records More than half-a-million people who bought access to phone surveillance and social media snooping apps had their email address and partial payment card numbers published online.

#Hacktivist scrapes over 500,000 #stalkerware customers’ payment records

techcrunch.com/2026/02/09/hacktivist-sc...

#privacy #cybersecurity #spyware #DataBreach #Geofinder #uMobix #Peekviewer #Glassagram #Struktura

TechNadu

@technadu.com

1 month ago

Full Article: www.technadu.com/stalkerware-...

💬 What should regulators do about stalkerware security failures? Share your thoughts.
#CyberNews #PrivacyMatters #DataLeaks #Stalkerware #Infosec #CyberAwareness

TechNadu

@technadu.com

1 month ago

Over 530,000 stalkerware customer payment records leaked after a simple website flaw was exploited.
Emails, partial card details, and app purchases exposed - raising serious privacy concerns.

#Cybersecurity #Privacy #DataLeak #Stalkerware

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1 month ago

Hacked, leaked, exposed: Why you should never use stalkerware apps According to TechCrunch’s ongoing tally, including the most recent data spill involving uMobix, there have been at least 27 stal...

#Security #cybersecurity #evergreens #hacking #privacy […]

[Original post on techcrunch.com]

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2 months ago

Reportedly, pcTattletale founder Bryan Fleming has pleaded guilty in US federal court to computer hacking, unlawfully selling and advertising spyware, and conspiracy. This is good news not just because we despise stalkerware like pcTattletale, but because it is only the second US federal stalkerware prosecution in a decade. It could could open the door to further cases against people who develop, sell, or promote similar tools. In 2021, we reported that “employee and child-monitoring” software vendor pcTattletale had not been very careful about securing the screenshots it secretly captured from victims’ phones. A security researcher testing a trial version discovered that the app uploaded screenshots to an unsecured online database, meaning anyone could view them without authentication, such as a username and password. In 2024, we revisited the app after researchers found it was once again leaking a database containing victim screenshots. One researcher discovered that pcTattletale’s Application Programming Interface (API) allowed anyone to access the most recent screen capture recorded from any device on which the spyware is installed. Another researcher uncovered a separate vulnerability that granted full access to the app’s backend infrastructure. That access allowed them to deface the website and steal AWS credentials, which turned out to be shared across all devices. As a result, the researcher obtained data about both victims and the customers who were doing the tracking. This is no longer possible. Not because the developers fixed the problems, but because Amazon locked pcTattletale’s entire AWS infrastructure. Fleming later abandoned the product and deleted the contents of its servers. However, Homeland Security Investigations had already started investigating pcTattletale in June 2021 and did not stop. A few things made Fleming stand out among other stalkerware operators. While many hide behind overseas shell companies, Fleming appeared to be proud of his work. And while others market their products as parental control or employee monitoring tools, pcTattletale explicitly promoted spying on romantic partners and spouses, using phrases such as “catch a cheater” and “surreptitiously spying on spouses and partners.” This made it clear the software was designed for non-consensual surveillance of adults. Fleming is expected to be sentenced later this year. ## Removing stalkerware Malwarebytes, as one of the founding members of the Coalition Against Stalkerware, makes it a priority to detect and remove stalkerware-type apps from your device. It is important to keep in mind, however, that removing stalkerware may alert the person spying on you that the app has been discovered. The Coalition Against Stalkerware outlines additional steps and considerations to help you decide the safest next move. Because the apps often install under different names and hide themselves from users, they can be difficult to find and remove. That is where Malwarebytes can help you. **To scan your device:** 1. Open your Malwarebytes dashboard 2. Start a **Scan** The scan may take a few minutes. If malware is detected, you can choose one of the following actions: * **Uninstall**. The threat will be deleted from your device. * **Ignore Always**. The file detection will be added to the Allow List, and excluded from future scans. Legitimate files are sometimes detected as malware. We recommend reviewing scan results and adding files to Ignore Always that you know are safe and want to keep. * **Ignore Once** : The detection is ignored for this scan only. It will be detected again during your next scan. Malwarebytes detects pcTattleTale as PUP.Optional.PCTattletale. * * * **We don’t just report on threats—we remove them** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today.

pcTattletale founder pleads guilty as US cracks down on stalkerware After years of security failures and partner-spying marketing, pcTattletale’s founder has pleaded guilty in a rare US federal s...

#Mobile #News #Privacy #Fleming #pcTattleTale #stalkerware

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Hackread.com

@hackread.bsky.social

2 months ago

pcTattletale Founder Bryan Fleming Pleads Guilty in Federal Stalkerware Case Follow us on Bluesky, Twitter (X), Mastodon and Facebook at @Hackread

Bryan Fleming, creator of pcTattletale, just pleaded guilty in US federal court for selling illegal stalkerware that let users secretly spy on phones and computers.

Read: hackread.com/pctattletale...

#pcTattletale #Stalkerware #Cybercrime #Privacy #BryanFleming

TechNadu

@technadu.com

2 months ago

Read more via TechNadu and follow for objective infosec coverage:
www.technadu.com/founder-of-p...

#Infosec #Privacy #Stalkerware #CyberLaw #DigitalSurveillance #SecurityResearch

TechNadu

@technadu.com

2 months ago

A U.S. federal court case sets a rare precedent: the founder of spyware app pcTattletale has pleaded guilty to hacking and illegal surveillance charges.

A meaningful moment for privacy enforcement and cyber accountability.

#Cybersecurity #PrivacyRights #Stalkerware #CyberLaw

gtbarry

@gtbarry.bsky.social

2 months ago

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman | TechCrunch Zuckerman, who used to run the stalkerware apps SpyFone and SpyTrac, claimed the ban is hurting his unrelated business.

A stalkerware maker who was banned from the surveillance industry after a data breach exposed the personal information of its customers will not be able to go back to selling the invasive software

#FTC #ScottZuckerman #software #SupportKing #SpyFone #OneClickMonitor #stalkerware #spyware #hacker

The Daily Tech Feed

@thedailytechfeed.com

3 months ago

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman, reinforcing commitment to consumer privacy. #PrivacyProtection #FTC #Stalkerware #CyberSecurity Link: thedailytechfeed.com/ftc-upholds-...

Pure Tech

@puretech.news

3 months ago

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman Zuckerman, who used to run the stalkerware apps SpyFone and SpyTrac, claimed the ban is hurting his unrelated business.

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman #Technology #Cybersecurity #Stalkerware #FTC #PrivacyProtection

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3 months ago

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman Zuckerman, who used to run the stalkerware apps SpyFone and SpyTrac, claimed the ban is hurting his unrelated business.

#Security #cybersecurity #FTC #privacy #SpyFone #SpyTrac #Spyware #stalkerware #surveillance

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3 months ago

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman Zuckerman, who used to run the stalkerware apps SpyFone and SpyTrac, claimed the ban is hurting his unrelated business.

FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman Zuckerman, who used to run the stalkerware apps SpyFone and SpyTrac, claimed the ban is hurting his unrelated business.

#Security #FTC #privacy #Spyware #surveillance #cybersecurity #stalkerware #SpyFone #SpyTrac

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Anne Roth

@anneroth.bsky.social

3 months ago

„.. stalkerware has a tendency to have absolutely crap security, and at least 26 operations since 2017 have been hacked, breached, or otherwise exposed the vast amounts of data that they steal from people's phones.“

Benutzt sowas nicht, um Eure Kinder im Auge zu behalten.

#Stalkerware

Scripter

@scripter.bsky.social

4 months ago

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Diese Anti-Virus-Tools schützen am besten vor Spionage-Apps
glm.io/201941?n #Cybercrime #Stalkerware #Spionage #Antivirus

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@scripter.social.tchncs.de.ap.brid.gy

4 months ago

Diese Anti-Virus-Tools schützen am besten vor Spionage-Apps
https://glm.io/201941?n #Cybercrime #Stalkerware #Spionage #Antivirus

Android

@android.activitypub.awakari.com.ap.brid.gy

4 months ago

Malwarebytes scores 100% in AV Comparatives Stalkerware Test 2025 The AV-Comparatives Stalkerware Test 2025 delivers a sobering look at the evolving threat posed by stalkerware on mobile devices. Despite measures from both the tech industry and platform providers, stalkerware-type apps, which are apps that can be installed covertly to spy on a victim’s private life, remain a critical concern. This comprehensive assessment, developed in collaboration with Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), evaluated 13 leading Android security solutions against 17 diverse stalkerware-type apps. Key findings show that stalkerware persists even as providers and coalitions crack down: it’s sideloaded from developer websites, designed to evade detection, and frequently stores sensitive victim data on insecure servers, often exposing it to wider risks like public data leaks. For this test, each security app was assessed for its ability to clearly detect and report stalkerware, not just using generic labels, but with explicit warnings tailored to support possible victims. AV-Comparatives is an independent organization offering systematic testing that checks whether security software, such as PC/Mac-based antivirus products and mobile security solutions, lives up to its promises. Of the 13 security products tested in September 2025, only a few stood out for detection accuracy, clarity, and responsible alerting, with Malwarebytes the only one to score a 100% detection rate. From the report: > The results show clear differences in performance between mobile security products. **Malwarebytes** stood out by detecting all stalkerware testcases, achieving a 100% detection rate. It went on to say: > Bitdefender, ESET, Kaspersky, and McAfee followed closely with 94% each, showing consistently high effectiveness. Avast, Avira, and F-Secure also performed well, identifying 88% of the test set, while Norton and Sophos achieved moderate coverage, detecting around 82%. At the lower end, G Data (65%), Google (53%), and Trend Micro (59%) missed a substantial portion of the stalkerware. # Why it matters to Malwarebytes As one of the founding members of the Coalition Against Stalkerware, Malwarebytes sees this result as much more than a technical win. For us, the mission goes beyond simply blocking malicious software. Stalkerware-type apps are often used by abusers to systematically invade privacy and exert control. Their impact is highly personal, making reliable detection and safe reporting imperative. Our participation in the coalition reflects a commitment to industry best practices: preventing stalkerware-type apps from being quietly installed, giving users detailed and honest threat information, and ensuring that every detection alert is crafted with survivor safety in mind. Scoring 100% in this test validates years of advocacy and development focused on the real-world needs of victims and their supporters, which goes beyond focusing on theoretical malware samples. Ultimately, consistent leadership in stalkerware detection means standing alongside partners and survivor organizations to raise public awareness, drive safer technology, and provide every user with a clear path to reclaim their privacy. For Malwarebytes, achieving a perfect score isn’t just a mark of product quality; it’s proof of our commitment to your privacy and security. * * * **We don’t just report on phone security—we provide it** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Keep threats off your mobile devices by downloading Malwarebytes for iOS, and Malwarebytes for Android today.

Malwarebytes scores 100% in AV-Comparatives Stalkerware Test 2025 AV-Comparatives put 13 top Android security apps to the test against stalkerware. Malwarebytes caught them all. The AV-Comparatives...

#Inside #Malwarebytes #News #AV-Comparatives #stalkerware #test

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Android

@android.activitypub.awakari.com.ap.brid.gy

4 months ago

Malwarebytes scores 100% in AV Comparatives Stalkerware Test 2025 The AV-Comparatives Stalkerware Test 2025 delivers a sobering look at the evolving threat posed by stalkerware on mobile devices. Despite measures from both the tech industry and platform providers, stalkerware-type apps, which are apps that can be installed covertly to spy on a victim’s private life, remain a critical concern. This comprehensive assessment, developed in collaboration with Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), evaluated 13 leading Android security solutions against 17 diverse stalkerware-type apps. Key findings show that stalkerware persists even as providers and coalitions crack down: it’s sideloaded from developer websites, designed to evade detection, and frequently stores sensitive victim data on insecure servers, often exposing it to wider risks like public data leaks. For this test, each security app was assessed for its ability to clearly detect and report stalkerware, not just using generic labels, but with explicit warnings tailored to support possible victims. AV-Comparatives is an independent organization offering systematic testing that checks whether security software, such as PC/Mac-based antivirus products and mobile security solutions, lives up to its promises. Of the 13 security products tested in September 2025, only a few stood out for detection accuracy, clarity, and responsible alerting, with Malwarebytes the only one to score a 100% detection rate. From the report: > The results show clear differences in performance between mobile security products. **Malwarebytes** stood out by detecting all stalkerware testcases, achieving a 100% detection rate. It went on to say: > Bitdefender, ESET, Kaspersky, and McAfee followed closely with 94% each, showing consistently high effectiveness. Avast, Avira, and F-Secure also performed well, identifying 88% of the test set, while Norton and Sophos achieved moderate coverage, detecting around 82%. At the lower end, G Data (65%), Google (53%), and Trend Micro (59%) missed a substantial portion of the stalkerware. # Why it matters to Malwarebytes As one of the founding members of the Coalition Against Stalkerware, Malwarebytes sees this result as much more than a technical win. For us, the mission goes beyond simply blocking malicious software. Stalkerware-type apps are often used by abusers to systematically invade privacy and exert control. Their impact is highly personal, making reliable detection and safe reporting imperative. Our participation in the coalition reflects a commitment to industry best practices: preventing stalkerware-type apps from being quietly installed, giving users detailed and honest threat information, and ensuring that every detection alert is crafted with survivor safety in mind. Scoring 100% in this test validates years of advocacy and development focused on the real-world needs of victims and their supporters, which goes beyond focusing on theoretical malware samples. Ultimately, consistent leadership in stalkerware detection means standing alongside partners and survivor organizations to raise public awareness, drive safer technology, and provide every user with a clear path to reclaim their privacy. For Malwarebytes, achieving a perfect score isn’t just a mark of product quality; it’s proof of our commitment to your privacy and security. * * * **We don’t just report on phone security—we provide it** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Keep threats off your mobile devices by downloading Malwarebytes for iOS, and Malwarebytes for Android today.

Malwarebytes scores 100% in AV-Comparatives Stalkerware Test 2025 AV-Comparatives put 13 top Android security apps to the test against stalkerware. Malwarebytes caught them all. The AV-Comparatives...

#Inside #Malwarebytes #News #AV-Comparatives #stalkerware #test

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Chris Oliver

@chrisoliver.co

5 months ago

Here Come the Creeps: Meta Ray-Ban Glasses Dudebro Stalking Women at USF, Posting Videos to Social Media The new Meta Ray-Ban video-recording glasses are being used exactly as you would expect, as some lonely perv is harassing and recording women on the USF campus, and posting his videos of this to social media without the women's consent.

To the surprise of no one. The target market for these stalkerwear glasses is creeps, right?

#privacy #stalkerware #meta #ray-ban

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S.T.O.P.—Surveillance Technology Oversight Project

@stopspyingny.bsky.social

5 months ago

"If developers refuse to pull apps from shelves, the least they can do is implement robust privacy and safety measures to reduce their harm." @corinneworthington.bsky.social
#Life360 #stalkerware

S.T.O.P.—Surveillance Technology Oversight Project

@stopspyingny.bsky.social

5 months ago

"In fact, the technologies are so indistinguishable that some courts have swapped out body-worn monitors for Life360. This is stalkerware sold as safety, with our data then sold to the highest bidder." @corinneworthington.bsky.social
#Life360 #stalkerware