Apple Warns Users in 150 Countries of Mercenary Spyware Attacks

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

Apple: Mercenary spyware attacks target iPhone users in 92 countries

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