Summary

Apple sent notifications to people believed targeted by government spyware, similar to previous alerts. The notifications direct users to contact a nonprofit specializing in investigating cyberattacks.

Key Points

• The notifications are being sent to affected users across dozens of countries, and Apple is directing them to contact a nonprofit organization that specializes in investigating cyberattacks.

• This is not the first time Apple has taken this step; the company previously notified users of mercenary spyware attacks.

• The government spyware attacks are believed to be carried out by companies that sell their technology to governments, which then use it to target individuals and organizations.

Why It Matters

This alert highlights the importance of cybersecurity and the need for individuals and organizations to take steps to protect themselves from targeted cyberattacks.

Author

Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai