Mohammed Al-Maskati

Digital rights are everyone’s business — including yours!

From mass surveillance that decimates our privacy to internet shutdowns that silence us, our human rights online are constantly under threat. This is why safeguarding digital rights isn’t optional — it’s essential for justice, democracy, and dignity in the digital age.

First… what are digital rights? Digital rights are the same human rights we all have — in digital spaces. They protect how we can express ourselves, access information, and safeguard our privacy in the digital age. They include: Freedom of expression Privacy and data protection Protest and online organizing If you use the internet and participate in our increasingly digital world, these rights are YOUR business.

Almost every aspect of our lives now depends on digital technology. Without digital rights, our basic freedoms collapse. When governments shut down the internet, communities lose their voice. When companies harvest our data, our privacy vanishes. When algorithms decide what we see, democracy is distorted. Protecting digital rights means defending our ability to speak, connect, and participate freely in our societies.

Digital rights are everyone’s business — including yours.

From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.

Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org

Leaker reveals which Pixels are vulnerable to Cellebrite phone hacking Cellebrite can apparently extract data from most Pixel phones, unless they’re running GrapheneOS.

"We’ve reached out to Google to inquire about why a custom ROM created by volunteers [@grapheneos.org] is more resistant to industrial phone hacking than the official Pixel OS. We’ll update this article if Google has anything to say." arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025...

I am delighted to participate in the NetHope Summit and to accept Access Now's membership in the network, which will help strengthen networking with dozens of international organizations. The helpline will continue to assist civil society in overcoming digital challenges.

I’ll be speaking on (Rapid Response, Real Impact: Strengthening Digital Resilience) in person on 27 October.

Hope you’ll join me and the rest of the NetHope community.

Learn more at www.nethopeglobalsummit.org Access Now NetHope

I’m excited to be part of the 2025 NetHope Global Summit, where nonprofit and tech leaders.

will come together to chart a path forward during a time of change and uncertainty.

#NetHopeSummit2025 #StrongerTogether #TechForGood #Innovation #NetHope @accessnow.org

Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline Mohammed Al-Maskati shares insights about helping activists and vulnerable groups online through Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline.

For many, online privacy is a choice. For activists and journalists, it’s survival. @accessnow.org's Digital Security Helpline assists those targeted by regimes and spyware. Its director, @mohdmaskati.bsky.social, shares how his team helps vulnerable groups worldwide: surfshark.com/blog/access-...

Georgia protests: digital safety tips for peaceful gatherings - Access Now Amid protests in Georgia, CyberHUB-AM and Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline share tips for protestors to stay safer online.

Georgians are taking to the streets for democracy. But as authorities deploy surveillance tools, protesters face new digital risks.

We’re sharing quick tips to help you stay safe — online and on the ground.

Read more ⬇️ www.accessnow.org/georgia-prot...

“People should make these decisions based on their risk profile and the threats they feasibly face.”

How to Set Up and Use a Burner Phone Obtaining and using a true burner phone is hard—but not impossible. Here are the steps you need to take to protect your mobile communications based on the risks you face.

I talked with @wired.com about a burner phone:

“Use cases for burners may include: crossing borders, traveling to a risky environment, or participating in or documenting a protest,” says Mohammed, digital security helpline director at the rights group @accessnow.org.

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Egypt's President Sisi pardons high-profile Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, al Qahera news says Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi pardoned high-profile Egyptian-British activist, Alaa Abd el-Fattah, after a lengthy imprisonment and repeated hunger strikes that prompted international pleas for his release, Al Qahera news said on Monday.

Amazing news : Egypt's President Sisi pardons high-profile Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah

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Egypt's President Sisi pardons high-profile Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, al Qahera news says Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi pardoned high-profile Egyptian-British activist, Alaa Abd el-Fattah, after a lengthy imprisonment and repeated hunger strikes that prompted international pleas for his release, Al Qahera news said on Monday.

😍😍😍😍
And we can call it now a good day!

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Additionally, visit the Digital Safety Clinic, where you can receive hands-on guidance, tools, and support to enhance your online safety.

Let’s connect, share ideas, and build stronger digital resilience together. 💪💬

🌍✨ Exciting news from the Global Gathering in Estoril, Portugal!

Meet me there and let’s chat about @accessnow.org’s Helpline — a 24/7 resource supporting people worldwide with urgent digital security needs. 💻🔒

RightsCon Program This page gives an overview of the program for RightsCon, including our formats and highlights of previous editions

If you still need support with your proposal, join our social hour on September 10 and chat with the program team directly! Sign up here: www.rightscon.org/program/#tra...

Access Now Digital Security Helpline – FAQ - Access Now Access Now Digital Security Helpline – FAQ What is the Access Now Helpline? Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline is a 24/7 free-of-charge resource for

If you are activists, researchers, media organizations, journalists, or Human rights defenders, seek help from Helpline at @accessnow.org : www.accessnow.org/help/helplin...

-Meta (WhatsApp’s parent) and Apple both pushed urgent security patches to close the loopholes.

-Researchers say this is part of a broader pattern: sophisticated spyware vendors using messaging apps + OS exploits to surveil high-value targets.

MP- URG: Update your #WhatsApp now

-A zero-click flaw in WhatsApp for iOS and macOS (CVE-2025-55177) allowed attackers to install spyware without any user interaction.

-Attackers exploited a separate Apple OS vulnerability (CVE-2025-43300) to target Apple device owners.

"You can’t make everyone happy. You’re not pizza."

Security Incident Handler The Organization and Role About Access Now  Access Now defends and extends the digital rights of people and communities at risk. As a grassroots-to-global organization, we partner with local actors t...

🧠 What We Do:
The Access Now Helpline provides real-time, direct technical assistance to at-risk activists, journalists, and civil society organizations across the globe. Every day, we help people stay safe from surveillance, censorship, and digital attacks.

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🌟 We're Hiring! Join the @accessnow.org Helpline Team! 🌟

Are you passionate about digital rights and helping people around the world stay safe online? Do you thrive in fast-paced, multicultural environments? Come join our Helpline team at Access Now!

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The @accessnow.org helpline team and their partners are in #Oslo for #IGF2025. If you have a technical question, want to get to know us, or want to meet us, visit our booth.

Heading to #IGF25? Drop by our Digital Safety Clinic!
We’re supporting activists, journalists & civil society to boost digital security.

📍 Lillestrøm, Norway
🗓️ June 24–27

🌍 Not there? Reach out here 👉 www.accessnow.org/help/

Access Now - Paragon must answer for spyware use against civil society and journalists Access Now calls on Paragon to answer for the use of its spyware in Italy against journalists, and to address oversight failures.

Spyware was used to target journalists and humanitarian workers in Italy.

@citizenlab.ca confirms Paragon’s spyware was deployed against those doing lifesaving work.

We’re calling for accountability!

Read more in our open letter ⬇️ www.accessnow.org/press-releas...

Whether you're facing digital threats, have questions about online safety, or want to understand what resources are available to support at-risk users, we’re here to help. Come say hi, meet the team, and learn how we support individuals and organizations worldwide.

See you in Oslo!

🌍 Excited to be participating in IGF 2025 in Oslo!

If you're attending the Internet Governance Forum (IGF2025) and are interested in learning more about the Helpline or need technical assistance, be sure to stop by the Helpline/ @accessnow.org Booth.

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#IGF2025 #AccessNow #Helpline

Defending Digital Rights: Inside Access Now’s Global Fight for Online Freedom In an age where technology shapes activism, connection, and oppression alike, Mohammed Al-Maskati stands at the frontlines of digital rights defense. As a leade

"In an age where technology shapes activism, connection, and oppression alike, Mohammed Al-Maskati stands at the frontlines of digital rights defense. As a leader at Access Now, he’s part of a global movement working to safeguard the internet as a tool for liberation,not control"

Defending Digital Rights: Inside Access Now’s Global Fight for Online Freedom In an age where technology shapes activism, connection, and oppression alike, Mohammed Al-Maskati stands at the frontlines of digital rights defense. As a leade

My interview with Safety Detectives about the Helpline at Access Now

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How U.S. funding cuts expose civil society to digital attacks - Access Now Drastic U.S. funding cuts and shrinking resources worldwide have left civil society more vulnerable to digital attacks.

2-Please read and share the article that my colleague and I, from Helpline ( with help from others from @accessnow.org ), wrote about the seriousness of this, explaining its impact and how to protect organizations.

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1-Cutting funding and financial aid to organizations will not only harm their work today, but it will also affect their digital security and contribute to significant damage to sensitive information.

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