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Apple warns iPhone users of potential spyware attacks globally

Mashable — April 11, 2024, 08:00 PM UTC

Summary: Apple sent a notification to iPhone users in 92 countries warning of potential "mercenary spyware attacks." The message stated, "Apple detected that you are being targeted by a mercenary spyware attack." India was one of the countries that received the warning. Last year, Indian journalists and politicians were targeted with Pegasus spyware. The warning raises concerns about potential surveillance of important individuals, especially during election periods.

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  1. [6.2]
    LightSpy spyware targets iPhones in 92 countries, accessing private data (Mashable)
    29d

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  2. [6.0]
    Apple introduced Lockdown Mode in 2022 to protect against spyware (News18)
    32d

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  3. [6.0]
    Mercenary spyware attack targets iPhone users globally, raising cybersecurity concerns (BusinessLine)
    34d

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  4. [5.8]
    Apple warns of Pegasus-like spyware targeting iPhone users (India TV News)
    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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