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NSO Group used WhatsApp exploits after the messaging app sued the spyware developer, court filing says

NSO Group continued developing malware exploiting WhatsApp, despite ongoing litigation, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by spyware vendors.

Researchers uncover Chinese spyware used to target Android devices | TechCrunch

EagleMsgSpy is a surveillance tool developed for Chinese law enforcement, targeting Android devices to collect sensitive data since at least 2017.

Russian government hackers found using exploits made by spyware companies NSO and Intellexa | TechCrunch

Russian hackers are using exploits linked to spyware firms, indicating threats from powerful cyber tools can trickle down to dangerous actors.

Judge orders NSO Group to show Pegasus spyware source code

NSO Group ordered to share spyware source code with Meta's WhatsApp by federal judge in California
Significant legal setback for NSO Group as the court order requires sharing source code for relevant spyware

Spyware, Russia's Cozy Bear seem to share same exploits

Kremlin-linked hackers and commercial spyware vendors exploit similar security vulnerabilities, highlighting a concerning overlap between government and private sector cyber practices.

This $1 phone scanner app can detect Pegasus spyware. Here's how

Pegasus spyware is resurfacing as a significant threat, infecting devices and targeting personal data.

NSO Group used WhatsApp exploits after the messaging app sued the spyware developer, court filing says

NSO Group continued developing malware exploiting WhatsApp, despite ongoing litigation, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by spyware vendors.

Researchers uncover Chinese spyware used to target Android devices | TechCrunch

EagleMsgSpy is a surveillance tool developed for Chinese law enforcement, targeting Android devices to collect sensitive data since at least 2017.

Russian government hackers found using exploits made by spyware companies NSO and Intellexa | TechCrunch

Russian hackers are using exploits linked to spyware firms, indicating threats from powerful cyber tools can trickle down to dangerous actors.

Judge orders NSO Group to show Pegasus spyware source code

NSO Group ordered to share spyware source code with Meta's WhatsApp by federal judge in California
Significant legal setback for NSO Group as the court order requires sharing source code for relevant spyware

Spyware, Russia's Cozy Bear seem to share same exploits

Kremlin-linked hackers and commercial spyware vendors exploit similar security vulnerabilities, highlighting a concerning overlap between government and private sector cyber practices.

This $1 phone scanner app can detect Pegasus spyware. Here's how

Pegasus spyware is resurfacing as a significant threat, infecting devices and targeting personal data.
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#surveillance

The Technology the Trump Administration Could Use to Hack Your Phone

D.H.S. contracted a spyware firm to potentially enhance surveillance amid rising concerns over privacy and government overreach.

Serbian police used Cellebrite to unlock, then plant spyware, on a journalist's phone | TechCrunch

Governments may resort to less sophisticated phone hacking methods, using tools like Cellebrite to enable undercover surveillance.

NoviSpy Spyware Installed on Journalist's Phone After Unlocking It With Cellebrite Tool

NoviSpy spyware exploited by Serbian authorities demonstrates significant risks to journalists and activists through advanced surveillance techniques.

Serbian authorities are using Cellebrite and Android spyware for surveillance

Serbian police are unlawfully using hacking tools on activists and journalists, raising significant human rights concerns.

Russian programmer says FSB agents planted spyware on his Android phone | TechCrunch

The FSB installed spyware on programmer Kirill Parubets' phone after detaining him, revealing an alarming method of state surveillance against citizens.

Spyware maker pcTattletale shutters after data breach | TechCrunch

Spyware app pcTattletale shut down after data breach, exposing customer data and misuse of surveillance capabilities.

The Technology the Trump Administration Could Use to Hack Your Phone

D.H.S. contracted a spyware firm to potentially enhance surveillance amid rising concerns over privacy and government overreach.

Serbian police used Cellebrite to unlock, then plant spyware, on a journalist's phone | TechCrunch

Governments may resort to less sophisticated phone hacking methods, using tools like Cellebrite to enable undercover surveillance.

NoviSpy Spyware Installed on Journalist's Phone After Unlocking It With Cellebrite Tool

NoviSpy spyware exploited by Serbian authorities demonstrates significant risks to journalists and activists through advanced surveillance techniques.

Serbian authorities are using Cellebrite and Android spyware for surveillance

Serbian police are unlawfully using hacking tools on activists and journalists, raising significant human rights concerns.

Russian programmer says FSB agents planted spyware on his Android phone | TechCrunch

The FSB installed spyware on programmer Kirill Parubets' phone after detaining him, revealing an alarming method of state surveillance against citizens.

Spyware maker pcTattletale shutters after data breach | TechCrunch

Spyware app pcTattletale shut down after data breach, exposing customer data and misuse of surveillance capabilities.
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Business leaders among Pegasus spyware victims, says security firm | TechCrunch

Spyware designed for government use is increasingly misused for commercial espionage, impacting prominent business figures.
The recent targeting of a business leader's iPhone by Pegasus spyware exemplifies new risks in digital security for executives.
#nso-group

23andMe Failed to Detect Account Intrusions for Months

Police used DNA evidence to generate a suspect's face for facial recognition.
NSO Group plans a comeback by lobbying in Washington and exploiting global security fears.

NSO Group used WhatsApp exploits after the messaging app sued the spyware developer, court filing says

NSO Group's malware exploited WhatsApp despite ongoing legal battles, demonstrating their adaptive techniques in spyware development.

Lawyer allegedly hacked with spyware names NSO founders in lawsuit | TechCrunch

This lawsuit marks the first legal action against individual executives of a spyware company for hacking crimes.

UK activists file complaint with police against NSO Group

Activists are pushing for legal action against NSO Group for allegedly enabling spyware attacks on critics of Middle Eastern regimes since 2018.

23andMe Failed to Detect Account Intrusions for Months

Police used DNA evidence to generate a suspect's face for facial recognition.
NSO Group plans a comeback by lobbying in Washington and exploiting global security fears.

NSO Group used WhatsApp exploits after the messaging app sued the spyware developer, court filing says

NSO Group's malware exploited WhatsApp despite ongoing legal battles, demonstrating their adaptive techniques in spyware development.

Lawyer allegedly hacked with spyware names NSO founders in lawsuit | TechCrunch

This lawsuit marks the first legal action against individual executives of a spyware company for hacking crimes.

UK activists file complaint with police against NSO Group

Activists are pushing for legal action against NSO Group for allegedly enabling spyware attacks on critics of Middle Eastern regimes since 2018.
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ICE's $2 Million Contract With a Spyware Vendor Is Under White House Review

The Biden administration has paused a $2 million ICE contract with Paragon Solutions for compliance review with new spyware restrictions.

ICE Signs $2 Million Contract With Spyware Maker Paragon Solutions

Paragon leverages political connections and lobbying to secure its position in the US market and avoid sanctions.
#national-security

Spyware on the rise despite U.S. and Google efforts

Spyware is a flourishing business that operates under the radar of governments
Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) has published a report exposing commercial surveillance vendors

U.S. Treasury Sanctions Executives Linked to Intellexa Predator Spyware Operation

The U.S. has sanctioned individuals and an entity involved in the Intellexa Consortium for developing the spyware Predator, prioritizing national security and civil liberties.

Spyware on the rise despite U.S. and Google efforts

Spyware is a flourishing business that operates under the radar of governments
Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) has published a report exposing commercial surveillance vendors

U.S. Treasury Sanctions Executives Linked to Intellexa Predator Spyware Operation

The U.S. has sanctioned individuals and an entity involved in the Intellexa Consortium for developing the spyware Predator, prioritizing national security and civil liberties.
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#stalkerware

Data breach exposes US spyware maker behind Windows, Mac, Android and Chromebook malware | TechCrunch

Spyware maker Spytech hacked, revealing surveillance on 10,000 devices worldwide.

Stalkerware app pcTattletale announces it is 'out of business' after suffering data breach and website defacement

pcTattletale, a spyware vendor, closed down after data breach, exposing customer and victim data.

Hacked, leaked, exposed: Why you should never use stalkerware apps | TechCrunch

Stalkerware companies are frequently targeted by hacks, exposing sensitive victim data.

Data breach exposes US spyware maker behind Windows, Mac, Android and Chromebook malware | TechCrunch

Spyware maker Spytech hacked, revealing surveillance on 10,000 devices worldwide.

Stalkerware app pcTattletale announces it is 'out of business' after suffering data breach and website defacement

pcTattletale, a spyware vendor, closed down after data breach, exposing customer and victim data.

Hacked, leaked, exposed: Why you should never use stalkerware apps | TechCrunch

Stalkerware companies are frequently targeted by hacks, exposing sensitive victim data.
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#android

Android users warned fake Chrome update could drain your bank account

Brokewell is a new banking malware targeting Android users, posing as Google Chrome and other popular applications, capable of spying on users and stealing sensitive information.

Security experts issue warning over new spyware variant targeting Android users

Security researchers warn of CapraRAT spyware targeting Android users globally.

Android users warned fake Chrome update could drain your bank account

Brokewell is a new banking malware targeting Android users, posing as Google Chrome and other popular applications, capable of spying on users and stealing sensitive information.

Security experts issue warning over new spyware variant targeting Android users

Security researchers warn of CapraRAT spyware targeting Android users globally.
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Government spyware is another reason to use an ad blocker | TechCrunch

Ad blockers are being used as a defense against spyware as spyware makers weaponize online ads for surveillance.

Project 'Ghostbusters': Facebook secretly spied on Snapchat data, docs allege

Facebook spied on Snapchat users' traffic via Onavo from 2016-2019.
The project was codenamed 'Ghostbusters' and was about analytics, not content monitoring.
#android-devices

Hackers uncover new TheTruthSpy stalkerware victims: Is your Android device compromised? | TechCrunch

TheTruthSpy, a consumer-grade spyware operation, has a security flaw that allows for mass access to victims' stolen mobile device data.
Hacking groups SiegedSec and ByteMeCrew independently discovered and exploited the flaw, and they have not publicly released the breached data.

Hackers uncover new TheTruthSpy stalkerware victims: Is your Android device compromised? | TechCrunch

A consumer-grade spyware called TheTruthSpy poses a security risk to Android devices
Two hacking groups have found a flaw that allows mass access to victims' data

Hackers uncover new TheTruthSpy stalkerware victims: Is your Android device compromised? | TechCrunch

TheTruthSpy, a consumer-grade spyware operation, has a security flaw that allows for mass access to victims' stolen mobile device data.
Hacking groups SiegedSec and ByteMeCrew independently discovered and exploited the flaw, and they have not publicly released the breached data.

Hackers uncover new TheTruthSpy stalkerware victims: Is your Android device compromised? | TechCrunch

A consumer-grade spyware called TheTruthSpy poses a security risk to Android devices
Two hacking groups have found a flaw that allows mass access to victims' data
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Google's Threat Analysis Group's Spyware Research: How CSVs Target Devices and Applications

Commercial surveillance vendors sell surveillance services to governments for monitoring or spying purposes.
CSVs openly operate with websites, marketing content, and sales teams, and may change names to avoid scrutiny.

Google releases report on commercial surveillance vendors

The Threat Analysis Group at Google has published a report on commercial surveillance vendors and the impact of spyware on personal privacy.
The report provides detailed insights into the development, sale, and deployment of spyware, as well as recent activity analysis.

Critics of Serbia's government targeted with military-grade spyware'

Serbian pro-democracy activists were targeted with military-grade spyware, indicating an attempt to suppress political critics.
The activists' iPhones were protected from the hack due to the latest iOS software update, highlighting the importance of regular device updates.
Similar cases of journalists critical of political leaders being targeted with spyware have also been reported.

Houthi rebels are operating their own GuardZoo spyware

GuardZoo, a less-known surveillance malware developed by Houthi rebels, showcases the prevalence of sophisticated spyware beyond well-known entities like NSO Group.

CapraRAT Spyware Disguised as Popular Apps Threatens Android Users

Transparent Tribe continues Android malware attacks targeting various interest groups, including CapraTube campaign using CapraRAT.
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