[wvenable]

Yes, this is what Raymond Chen calls being on the other side of the airtight hatchway. Once you're admin, you can do anything. You can install keyloggers, install remote access tools, etc.

The only thing that Recall enables is that it creates this data. And since the data exists, it can be stolen. Data that doesn't exist cannot be stolen.

[oefrha]

Previously, malware/stalkerware can monitor anything after they’re installed. They don’t get much if they’re purged quickly.

Now, immediate treasure trove upon installation. No matter how quickly you catch it.

There’s a fairly substantial difference here.

[cbsmith]

As you point out though, the data does exist. It just tends to be more ephemeral. There's some question as to whether the ephemeral aspect of it is more feature or bug.