Apple Warns iPhone Users in 98 Countries of More Spyware Attacks

Apple Warns iPhone Users in 98 Countries of More Spyware Attacks

July 11, 2024 at 03:58PM

Apple issued alerts to iPhone users in 98 countries regarding potential mercenary spyware attacks, without disclosing attackers’ identities or specific target countries. This is the second warning since April. Recipients were urged to take the warning seriously, with Apple highlighting the sensitive nature of their threat identification methods.

From the meeting notes, it is clear that Apple released alerts to iPhone users in 98 countries, warning them about potential mercenary spyware attacks. Apple didn’t disclose the identity of the attackers or the specific countries receiving the notifications. This is the second warning since April, and it was reported by TechCrunch that the alerts indicated the users being targeted by a mercenary spyware attack. Recipients were advised to take the warning seriously. Users in India confirmed receiving the alert, and this is not the first time that Apple has sent similar warnings to individuals in India. Apple has emphasized the sensitivity of their threat identification methods and cautioned affected users to be careful about sharing any details that could aid the threat actors in evading detection.

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