An executive order was signed by President Biden prohibiting the use of commercial spyware that pose risks to national security or human rights. Commercial spyware is identified as sophisticated and invasive cyber surveillance tools sold by vendors to access electronic devices remotely, extract their content and manipulate their components, all without the knowledge or consent of the devices’ users.  The Biden-Harris Administration has mobilized a government-wide effort to counter the potential risks posed by commercial spyware.

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