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UN Security Council Talks Commercial Spyware

January 16, 2025
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For the first time, members of the U.N. Security Council met to discuss the growing threat posed by commercial spyware. This informal session, known as an Arria-formula meeting, was prompted by increasing concerns over the widespread use of spyware targeting diplomats and other high-ranking officials. A senior U.S. diplomat, Amb. Dorothy Camille Shea, called for stronger export controls to prevent the unchecked spread of spyware and emphasized the importance of providing remedies and justice for victims. The meeting underscored the urgent need for international cooperation in addressing this issue, particularly as spyware technologies continue to evolve.

During the session, Slovenia announced it would become the 23rd country to sign a U.S.-led joint statement aimed at countering spyware abuses. This move reflects a growing recognition of the dangers posed by these technologies, particularly in undermining national sovereignty. Countries like Italy and Poland also expressed their commitment to advancing national legislation to tackle spyware, with Poland reporting that efforts were already underway. However, the overall response across Europe has been slow, and human rights activists continue to pressure governments to take more decisive action against the rise of commercial spyware.

Shane Huntley, senior director of Google’s Threat Analysis Group, highlighted that his team is actively tracking approximately 40 commercial spyware vendors. While high-profile companies like the NSO Group dominate headlines, Huntley emphasized that smaller, less-known vendors are contributing to the problem. Many of these vendors claim to vet their customers and ensure that their tools are used exclusively against criminals and terrorists. However, Huntley pointed out that these tools are frequently misused by governments for purposes that contradict democratic values, with 20 of the 25 zero-day exploits discovered in 2023 being used by spyware companies.

The session also revealed the scale of the problem in Europe, where spyware scandals have been particularly prominent in countries like Greece, Hungary, Spain, and Poland. Researcher John Scott-Railton from Citizen Lab criticized Europe for its insufficient response to the spyware crisis, noting that many European governments have failed to implement effective measures. While the U.K. and other countries are beginning to take steps to address the issue, the growing spyware market continues to pose significant challenges to global cybersecurity and sovereignty. Russia and China objected to the U.S.-led focus, urging that the broader U.N. community should address the issue more comprehensively.

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  • UN Security Council Discusses Global Spyware Threat and Protection for Diplomats
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