#SpywareMisuse

U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on 13 Linked to Commercial Spyware Misuse

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April 23, 2024 at 03:39AM The U.S. Department of State plans to impose visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to commercial spyware activities targeting journalists and human rights defenders. The move aims to counter the misuse and proliferation of spyware, including recent sanctions on the Intellexa Consortium. Additionally, Kaspersky reported an increase in stalkerware victims, … Read more

US to Roll Out Visa Restrictions on People Who Misuse Spyware to Target Journalists, Activists

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February 5, 2024 at 06:06PM The Biden administration has implemented a new policy allowing visa restrictions on individuals involved in misusing commercial spyware to target journalists, activists, and marginalized communities. This action aims to address privacy and human rights concerns. Notably, the policy could affect citizens of any country and reflects growing international concerns about … Read more