eBay Reaches Settlement in Cyberstalking Lawsuit
eBay has settled a lawsuit for nearly $50 million with a Massachusetts couple, David and Ina Steiner, who were victims of a 2019 cyberstalking campaign orchestrated by former company employees. The campaign involved sending disturbing items like cockroaches and a…
Boston, MA, July 29, 2026 —
eBay has agreed to a settlement of nearly $50 million with a Massachusetts couple who were subjected to a cyberstalking campaign orchestrated by former company employees in 2019. The lawsuit was filed by David and Ina Steiner, who reported being victims of harassment that included the delivery of disturbing items.
The cyberstalking campaign, which took place in 2019, involved former eBay employees targeting the Steiners. As part of the harassment, the couple received distressing packages, including live cockroaches and a bloody pig mask. The lawsuit detailed the emotional and psychological distress the couple endured as a result of these actions.
The settlement amount, reported to be close to $50 million, aims to compensate the Steiners for the harm they suffered. The exact terms of the settlement were not immediately available, but the resolution brings an end to the legal proceedings initiated by the couple against the e-commerce giant.
The case highlighted significant security and employee conduct issues within the company at the time of the incidents. Following the discovery of the cyberstalking activities, eBay conducted an internal investigation and took action against the employees involved. The company has since stated its commitment to enhancing its security protocols and ensuring employee accountability.
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