Stalkerware stories
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/03/21/preview_img-yOhuvBNtn7LexUKNznFriUzE.webp)
Report reveals rise in global digital stalking in 2023
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
#
data privacy
#
cybersecurity
#
stalkerware
Kaspersky's 2023 report highlights a worrying rise in global stalkerware abuse, with approximately 31,000 victims recorded, marking a 6% increase from 2022.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/02/14/preview_img-37CXkguazC0THT77hc4cx8uw.webp)
Singaporeans admit to digital stalking in Kaspersky survey
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
#
surveillance
#
valentine's day
#
singapore
A shocking 42% of Singaporeans admit to employing stalkerware on their partners, according to Kaspersky's global survey on digital abuse and stalking.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2023/07/07/preview_GettyImages-1266762334.webp)
Criminals preying on generosity to steal donations: Avast
Fri, 7th Jul 2023
#
phishing
#
email security
#
cybersecurity
Avast researchers have identified a video campaign from an organisation claiming to be collecting money for sick children, which are actually scam sites.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2022/04/20/preview_GettyImages-545662400.webp)
Kaspersky highlights mobile threat impacting thousands globally
Wed, 20th Apr 2022
#
smartphones
#
endpoint protection
#
edr
Stalkerware impacted over 32,000 Kaspersky mobile users globally last year, highlighting the need to tackle this issue, says Kaspersky.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2021/07/01/preview_GettyImages-1164758032.webp)
Threats of stalking and doxing still loom on dating apps
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
online dating
#
kaspersky
While dating apps have become safer, they still pose significant risk to users, leaving them vulnerable to threats including cyberstalking and doxing.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2021/06/25/preview_GettyImages-1152537185.webp)
Cyber stalking rampant amongst young New Zealanders - study
Fri, 25th Jun 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
norton
#
aras
1 in 3 young New Zealanders likely to cyber stalk their partner or ex, according to Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2021/06/15/preview_GettyImages-509032879__4_.webp)
Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
#
gaming
#
malware
#
ransomware
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2021/05/18/preview_GettyImages-1176754076__1_.webp)
Android stalkerware on the rise
Tue, 18th May 2021
#
smartphones
#
eset
#
spying
ESET research reveals a significant increase in Android stalkerware detections, with serious security and privacy issues identified in these monitoring apps.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2021/04/30/preview_GettyImages-1251209471.webp)
Interpol announces it will join the Coalition Against Stalkerware
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
aras
#
interpol
Interpol teams up with the Coalition Against Stalkerware to investigate the use of stalkerware and support victims of tech abuse.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2021/03/02/preview_GettyImages-1176754076.webp)
Stalkerware remains significant problem throughout COVID-19 lockdowns
Tue, 2nd Mar 2021
#
cybersecurity
#
kaspersky
#
stalkerware
Stalkerware continues to be a major issue globally, affecting over 50,000 users in 2020, according to Kaspersky.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2020/06/02/preview_GettyImages-814118192.webp)
11 new orgs join fight against insidious Stalkerware
Tue, 2nd Jun 2020
#
malware
#
cybersecurity
#
csr
Founded last year, the Coalition Against Stalkerware brings together cybersecurity vendors, domestic violence organisations, and digital rights advocates.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2020/03/19/preview_stalkerware.webp)
New stalkerware tech wreaking havoc on personal privacy
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
#
cybersecurity
#
cybersafety
#
geofencing
New stalkerware MonitorMinor compromises personal privacy like never before, giving attackers unprecedented access to devices and popular messaging apps.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2019/11/26/preview_GettyImages-456739453.webp)
'Stalkerware': The new name for spying tools & online harrassment
Tue, 26th Nov 2019
#
cyber-stalking
#
online harrassment
#
aras
A coalition of cybersecurity firms, including Norton and Kaspersky, is tackling the rise of stalkerware—dangerous software used for spying and harassment.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2014/12/05/preview_GettyImages-1152537185.webp)
Just looking
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
#
cyber-stalking
#
webcam
#
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.