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 … Read more
April 12, 2024 at 12:50AM Apple has revised its threat notifications to address the spread of spyware, refraining from attributing attacks to specific sources. The company highlights the wide-reaching nature and advanced threat level of these “mercenary spyware” attacks. Notable changes coincide with Apple’s messaging across 92 countries, including India, amidst allegations and political implications. … Read more
April 11, 2024 at 02:30PM Apple updated its spyware threat notification system to aid users targeted by mercenary spyware attacks, having alerted individuals in over 150 countries. The attacks typically target high-profile individuals such as journalists, activists, and politicians. Apple detects and notifies users of spyware within two days, attributing the threat to the NSO … Read more
April 11, 2024 at 10:20AM Apple has warned iPhone users in 92 countries of a “mercenary spyware attack” attempting to compromise their devices remotely. It advises taking immediate action, including enabling lockdown mode and updating software. These sophisticated attacks often target journalists, activists, and politicians. Apple is actively notifying and assisting users in response to … Read more
March 4, 2024 at 02:35PM The Predator mobile spyware operation, previously exposed by Amnesty International, has expanded its reach to Botswana and the Philippines, bringing the total number of countries it operates in to 11. The updated infrastructure includes delivery servers and IP addresses in these nations. The operation is recognized for its consistent delivery … Read more