TED Talks Daily What you need to know about stalkerware | Eva Galperin
Jul 28, 2021
In this engaging talk, cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin sheds light on the alarming rise of stalkerware—software that secretly invades personal devices. She emphasizes the urgent need for antivirus companies to recognize these tools as harmful, aiming to protect potential victims. With compelling anecdotes from actual victims, Galperin illustrates the emotional toll of digital stalking and the collaborative efforts underway to combat this invasion of privacy. Her insights serve as a crucial call to action for better digital security and awareness.
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Accidental Project
- Eva Galperin, a security researcher, discovered a colleague was allegedly a serial rapist.
- This led her to offer help to women abused by hackers, accidentally starting a project.
Data Leaks
- Data leaks like water, with friends, family, and social media revealing personal information.
- Abusers exploit this, gathering information under the guise of concern.
Account Compromise
- Abusers exploit shared passwords, guessed security questions, and physical device access.
- Shared accounts and intimate knowledge make targets vulnerable.