Tales from the Dark Side: Privacy Dark Strategies and Privacy Dark Patterns
May 3, 2025
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Bösch, C., Erb, B., Kargl, F., Kopp, H., & Pfattheicher, S
This paper introduces the concept of privacy dark strategies and patterns, documenting and analyzing how personal data is maliciously abused. By exploring the psychological effectiveness of these dark strategies, the framework aims to enhance understanding, foster awareness, and support the development of countermeasures. Ultimately, the goal is to detect and remove these harmful approaches, benefiting Internet users.