Cellebrite controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Serbia device-unlocking and spyware allegations
Amnesty International reported that Serbian police used Cellebrite tools to access devices belonging to a journalist and activists and that spyware was subsequently installed. Cellebrite later announced restrictions on use by certain Serbian customers.
2021
Human-rights concerns over public listing and government customers
Civil-society organizations argued that Cellebrite should address human-rights risks, customer transparency, and safeguards before becoming publicly traded. Separate reporting connected its products with government investigations and alleged abuses in multiple countries.
2021
Security vulnerabilities reported in forensic software
Signal founder Moxie Marlinspike reported vulnerabilities and outdated software components in UFED and Physical Analyzer. The disclosure raised concerns about whether malicious files could affect forensic work and reports. Cellebrite said it audited and updated its software.