As a dedicated computer user who values privacy above all else, I am deeply concerned about the potential misuse of kernel-level anti-cheat software. This software, designed to prevent cheating in online games, continues to run even when the game is not active. This means that it has access to our systems at all times, posing a significant risk to our data security.

Kernel-level anti-cheat software operates at the most privileged level of your operating system. It can see and modify virtually anything on your machine - including personal files and sensitive information (source: Norton Cybersecurity Insights). The fact that this powerful tool remains active even when we are not playing games is alarming.

The potential for misuse or exploitation cannot be ignored. In 2019 alone, there were 164.68 million victims of cybercrime in the United States (source: Statista). We must take every precaution to protect ourselves from becoming part of this statistic.

We are calling on game developers and companies using kernel-level anti-cheat software to implement measures ensuring these programs only operate while their associated game is active. By doing so, they can help maintain trust with their user base and contribute towards a safer digital environment for everyone.

There are many articles on this theme. For example valorant anticheat controversy.

There are many better ways how to include anticheat. Like server side analysis (Dosen't require access to player computer). Or at least don't run on the background when game is closed. 

Please sign this petition if you believe in safeguarding our digital privacy rights against unnecessary risks posed by unregulated gaming software running unchecked on our computers.