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How Android and iOS Devices Are Affected by Stalkerware
- Stalkerware, a type of malicious software that lets someone secretly track and monitor another person’s device, has become a growing concern for mobile users.
- Stalkerware affects both Android and iOS devices but varies in ways it operates and the methods used to install it.
- Android being an open-source operating system makes it more prone to stalkerware, while iOS offers a more secure environment.
- Stalkerware on Android devices is considered the installation of malicious apps disguised as other system services or by physical access to the device.
- Once installed, stalkerware on Android runs in the background, and it's hard to detect, especially if it’s configured to run invisibly or be disguised as another app.
- Stalkerware on iOS devices can still be installed despite Apple’s strict app review process and controls.
- The real danger of stalkerware lies in its ability to control and manipulate a victim’s life in subtle ways by tracking their every move.
- Regardless of the platform, the best defense against stalkerware is awareness—understanding the risks, regularly reviewing app permissions, and using robust security measures to protect personal information.
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