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NSO Group Found Liable in WhatsApp Lawsuit Over Pegasus Spyware Attacks

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Summary

NSO Group is held liable for hacking 1,400 WhatsApp users' devices, violating privacy laws and breaching contracts. A trial will now move forward to determine damages. This ruling establishes accountability for illegal spying.

Key Points

NSO Group is found liable for violation of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
The company is also held accountable for breach of contract and violation of California Comprehensive Computer Data Access and Fraud Act
The judge rejected NSO Group's argument that Pegasus was operated by clients investigating crimes and cases of national security

Why It Matters

This ruling holds surveillance companies accountable for their unlawful actions, setting a precedent for other companies in the same business.

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TheVerge

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