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Is technology increasing potential threats in relationships? | Kaspersky official blog
- The rise of online dating makes it easier for manipulation and people tend to share personal details or intimate images before knowing the person they are sharing with. 39% of people aged 25-34 shared intimate images with someone they’ve never met in real life. There are three main threats online daters should be careful of while dating: intimate image abuse, or “revenge porn”, stalkerware, and deepfakes.
- Intimate image abuse is a harmful form of digital abuse. As so many people share personal images, nearly half of the Naked Truth survey respondents reported experiencing or knowing someone who’d been affected by intimate image abuse. How to protect yourself? Think twice before sharing, stay informed, and manage your passwords wisely.
- Stalkerware is software that secretly tracks a person’s location, messages, and daily activities. In 2023, over 31,000 cases of stalkerware were identified globally. To protect yourself, be vigilant, avoid tampering with stalkerware and update your privacy settings.
- Deepfake technology is used to create hyper-realistic fake images, videos, and audio recordings. In romantic contexts, deepfakes can be used to create fake compromising imagery. To protect yourself, know the warning signs, report deepfakes, and stay informed.
- Education is key to reducing online dating risks. Consent in the digital world must be ongoing. Many men believe receiving an intimate image means they own it, highlighting a serious issue around digital privacy. By understanding these risks and taking steps to protect ourselves, we can help protect our devices from threats like stalkerware and other malware.
- Kaspersky Premium is a comprehensive security solution that can help protect devices from threats like stalkerware and other malware. For more details, read the report and safe dating guide.
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