Reports

Our publications offer insights into the fight for human and digital rights, exploring the challenges and opportunities faced by civil society and communities. Through our research, we provide the knowledge and perspective needed to advance justice and freedom in a rapidly changing world.

April 17, 2025

A Battlefield Named Isfahan: Targeted Use of IMSI-Catchers and Surveillance Cameras to the Enforce Chastity and Hijab Law

This report details a multilayered system designed to suppress women’s right to choose their dress through technological means.

March 17, 2025

Iran’s Digital Control: The Evolution of Censorship and Surveillance Amidst the ‘Women, Life, Freedom’ Movement

The report shows the Iranian government’s targeted restrictions on women’s online activities. It shows broader efforts to suppress activism.

February 25, 2025

2024 Iran Cyber Threat Intelligence Report

This report examines cyberattacks, content manipulation, digital rights violations, and arrest patterns in the latter half of 2024.

December 18, 2023

How to Assess Human Rights Risks of Tech in Iran: A Practical Guide for Responsible Engagement

Filterwatch’s toolkit and guide offers a practical framework for evaluating the human rights risks of technologies in Iran.

November 27, 2023

Iran’s 2023 Cyberattack Surge: State-Sponsored Phishing Targets Civil Society and Minorities

Filterwatch’s report documents over 100 cyberattacks from January to November 2023 targeting journalists and activists in Iran and abroad.

September 6, 2020

Iran Cyber Threat Intelligence Report: Spiraling Attacks: Iranian Hacking Campaign

Since early 2018, Miaan researchers have been tracking malware used in a series of cyberattacks on Iranian dissidents and activists.