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Provider of covert surveillance app spills passwords for 62,000 users

  • The maker of the Catwatchful covert surveillance app accidentally leaked sensitive data, including email addresses and passwords, for 62,000 users.
  • A security flaw due to a SQL injection vulnerability allowed a researcher to access and download the private information of users.
  • The app is marketed as being stealthy and secure, intended for parental control, but concerns have been raised about its potential misuse for clandestine activities.
  • Google has enhanced its security measures to detect the Catwatchful spyware on Android devices, and actions are being taken by web hosts to address concerns related to the app.

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