#spyware

#spyware

Apple has notified users in France of a spyware campaign targeting their devices, according to the Computer Emergency Response Team of France (CERT-FR). The agency said the alerts were sent out on September 3, 2025, making it the fourth time this year that Apple has notified citizens in the county that at least one of the devices linked to their iCloud accounts may have been compromised as part of highly-targeted attacks.

Catwatchful was an Android-specific spyware that presented itself as a child monitoring app "undetectable" to the user. These monitoring apps are often called "stalkerware" for their propensity to be used for non-consensual surveillance, which is illegal.

"We had nothing to do with this horrible murder." NSO's CEO made this statement following the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, expressing a denial of involvement.

Italy's decision to sever ties with Paragon spyware reflects concerns over the misuse of surveillance technology against critics and public dissent, highlighting political accountability.

"Never leave your phone unlocked around someone you don't fully trust, and always have a screen lock," Porcar told The Sun.

Today's verdict in WhatsApp's case is an important step forward for privacy and security as the first victory against the development and use of illegal spyware that threatens the safety and privacy of everyone.