Inquiry Commission to probe reported interception through spyware

The West Bengal state government has set up Inquiry Commission to probe reported interception through spyware.

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The commission would investigate the matter and submit its report to the State Government within six months.

Spyware is loosely defined as malicious software designed to enter your computer device, gather data about you, and forward it to a third-party without your consent.

Spyware can also refer to legitimate software that monitors your data for commercial purposes like advertising.

There are several types of spyware such as browser hijack, adware, keyboard loggers and much more. Each type of such malicious software has its own technique of working.