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Apple Warns Users in 110 Countries They May Be Targets of Mercenary Spyware
The Hacker News • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple has sent new notifications to users it suspects were targeted by mercenary spyware attacks, alerting individuals in 110 countries, with over 150 countries notified since late 2021.
- These alerts typically target specific individuals such as journalists, activists, politicians, and diplomats, reflecting highly sophisticated and resource-intensive spyware threats.
- Apple issues high-confidence threat notifications without disclosing specific details to avoid aiding attackers in refining their methods.
- Notifications appear on the iPhone lock screen and settings, are emailed from "threat-notifications@email.apple[.]com," and show as banners on the user's Apple Account page.
- To protect against spyware, Apple recommends updating software, enabling security features like two-factor authentication and Lockdown Mode, and avoiding untrusted links or apps.
