Filterwatch

Iran has been offline for 26 days, leaving people in an information and communication blackout. The most critical support right now is ensuring Iranians have free and reliable access to information.

🚨 Advocacy groups are urging Congress to act as Iran’s internet blackout deepens. New bipartisan bills aim to expand access through VPNs, encrypted tools, and satellite tech; lifelines for millions cut off from the world. freebeacon.com/latest-news/co…

🚨 New malware “VoidStealer” can bypass Chrome’s latest security (ABE) and steal the master key protecting your passwords, cookies, and sensitive data—directly from memory.#CyberSecurity bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/…

🚨 Freedom House warns that Iran’s internet shutdown is not temporary; it’s part of a broader authoritarian playbook to control information and shape narratives. This isn’t just a connectivity issue; it’s a battle over who controls access to truth. freedomhouse.org/article/irans-…

🚨 A new cyberattack by TeamPCP is targeting Iranian systems—wiping entire machines based on timezone and locale settings. This is not just malware; it’s a geopolitically targeted destructive campaign against Iran’s digital infrastructure. bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/…

In Iran today, the internet shutdown isn’t just about blocking access; it’s isolating people at the worst possible moment. filter.watch/english/2026/0…