Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:38am on 11 Apr 2024,Thursday Tech Today
Apple alerts iPhone users in India and 91 other countries about potential "mercenary spyware" attacks, including the notorious Pegasus spyware from NSO Group. The company previously warned Indian politicians of state-sponsored spyware threats. The email notifications, sent without attributing blame, urge caution with links and attachments. Apple emphasizes the sophistication and rarity of such attacks, aiming to target specific individuals. With warnings dating back to 2021 and recipients spanning 150 countries, Apple urges vigilance and offers support to potentially targeted users, amid ongoing global surveillance concerns.
