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Apple warns of Pegasus-like spyware targeting iPhone users

India TV News — April 12, 2024, 08:00 AM UTC

Summary: Apple issued a warning about a Pegasus-like "mercenary spyware" attack affecting iPhone users in 92 countries, including India. The spyware can target individuals through malicious links or attachments. Apple advised caution, recommended activating Lockdown Mode for protection, and emphasized keeping iPhones updated with strong passwords. Mercenary spyware is used for corporate espionage, political spying, and financial fraud. Hackers exploit vulnerabilities to install spyware on smartphones.

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  1. [6.2]
    LightSpy spyware targets iPhones in 92 countries, accessing private data (Mashable)
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  2. [6.0]
    Apple introduced Lockdown Mode in 2022 to protect against spyware (News18)
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  3. [6.0]
    Mercenary spyware attack targets iPhone users globally, raising cybersecurity concerns (BusinessLine)
    34d

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  4. [6.4]
    Apple warns iPhone users of potential spyware attacks globally (Mashable)
    35d

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  5. [5.8]
    Apple warns of advanced cyberattacks targeting high-profile individuals (Hindustan Times)
    35d

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  6. [5.9]
    Apple alerts users worldwide about spyware attack, advises precautions (News18)
    36d

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  7. [5.8]
    Apple warns users globally of potential spyware attacks on iPhones (Moneycontrol)
    36d

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  8. [4.4]
    Apple warns users globally of potential Pegasus spyware attacks (The Indian Express)
    36d
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  9. [4.6]
    Apple now alerts users of mercenary spyware threats globally (Hindustan Times)
    36d
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  10. [4.6]
    CERT-In issues high-risk hacking alert for Android and iPhone (News9 LIVE)
    40d
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