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Spyware Firm's Secret Remote Access Exposed
4 Dec
Summary
- Intellexa staff had remote access to customer surveillance systems.
- Leaked video allegedly shows live Predator spyware infection attempts.
- US sanctioned founder Tal Dilian for spyware use against Americans.
Amnesty International has uncovered evidence indicating that spyware manufacturer Intellexa granted its government clients remote access to surveillance systems. This access allegedly allowed Intellexa employees to view personal data from phones compromised by their "Predator" spyware. Leaked internal documents, sales materials, and a training video support these claims.
The leaked video reportedly demonstrates live "Predator" spyware infection attempts, including details like infection URLs and target IP addresses. This level of access is highly unusual in the spyware industry, where companies typically assert they do not access their customers' target data, citing legal liability and customer privacy concerns.
These revelations raise significant privacy and security concerns, suggesting that sensitive data is not only exposed to governments but also potentially to the foreign surveillance company itself. The US government previously sanctioned Intellexa's founder, Tal Dilian, in 2024, alleging the spyware was used against Americans.
