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European Spyware Victims Seek Justice Amidst Inaction

European Spyware Victims Seek Justice Amidst Inaction

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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 02:13 UTC
  • •Only one criminal conviction related to spyware has occurred in Europe since 2021.
  • •The European Parliament's 2023 recommendations for addressing spyware misuse remain unaddressed.
  • •Victims in multiple countries report significant barriers to obtaining justice and transparency.

In 2026, victims of spyware attacks in Europe, including Pegasus and Predator, continue to face significant barriers to justice. Despite a landmark conviction in Greece for illegal access to computer systems, only one case has resulted in a criminal conviction since the Pegasus scandal emerged in 2021. The European Parliament's recommendations from June 2023, aimed at addressing spyware misuse, have not led to any legislative follow-up from the European Commission. Victims in Greece, Spain, Poland, Hungary, and Italy report a lack of transparency and support from authorities, with many unable to obtain basic information regarding their surveillance. The ongoing situation highlights a systemic failure to protect civil rights and provide adequate remedies for victims of invasive surveillance technologies. The European Commission has yet to propose any laws or support mechanisms to assist these victims, raising concerns about the effectiveness of existing safeguards.

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Timeline

2021-07-01
Pegasus spyware scandal emerges
International investigations revealed that Pegasus spyware was used to target activists and journalists across Europe.
Irpimedia.Irpi.Eu
2023-06-15
European Parliament adopts recommendations
The European Parliament approved recommendations to curb spyware abuse, calling for legislative changes and better enforcement.
eucrim.eu
2026-02-26
First criminal conviction in Greece
An Athens court convicted four individuals linked to Intellexa for illegal access to computer systems, with sentences totaling over 126 years but capped at eight.
Pasqualepillitteri.It

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Common questions

What are the main spyware tools involved?
The main spyware tools involved include Pegasus, Predator, and Paragon, all used to surveil activists and journalists.
What actions has the European Parliament taken?
The European Parliament adopted recommendations in June 2023 to address spyware misuse, but no legislative follow-up has occurred.
How many convictions have there been related to spyware?
As of now, there has been only one criminal conviction in Greece related to spyware misuse since the scandal began.