Husam El Gomati, a vocal critic of Italy's involvement in Libya, was alerted that his phone was targeted by military-grade spyware, linked to Paragon Solutions. This breach affected 90 activists and journalists, raising alarm over cyber surveillance by governments. WhatsApp reported the compromise of phones but was uncertain about the duration. El Gomati's activism against corruption and Italy's support for Libyan detention centres underscores the growing risks for those pursuing justice, especially regarding the safety of sources exposing sensitive issues.
When a phone is successfully penetrated by Paragon's spyware, which is called Graphite, the user has total control of the person's phone.
El Gomati expressed concern for the safety of his confidential sources, emphasizing that protecting them is crucial due to their risks in exposing corruption.
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