Israeli spyware used to hack across 10 countries, Microsoft and watchdog say
Reuters An Israeli firm’s hacking tools have been used against journalists, opposition figures and advocacy organizations across at least 10 countries – including people in North America and Europe – according to new research published Tuesday by Microsoft Corp and the internet watchdog Citizen Lab. Citizen Lab said in its report that it had been […]
Sight Helpdesk: What is Pegasus? A cybersecurity expert explains how the spyware invades phones and what it does when it gets in
The Pegasus spyware technology has been making headlines around the world. BHANUKIRAN GURIJALA, of West Virginia University, explains, in an article first published on The Conversation, how it works…
Israel says spyware exports are for lawful use only
Jerusalem, IsraelReuters Israel’s Defence Ministry said on Monday that the export of cyber products, like spyware sold by NSO Group, was for lawful use and with the sole purpose of fighting crime and countering terrorism. An investigation by 17 media organisations published on Sunday said NSO’s spyware was used in attempted and successful hacks of […]
Israeli firm’s spyware used to target journalists’ cell phones – reports
Washington DC, USReuters An Israeli company’s spyware was used in attempted and successful hacks of 37 smartphones belonging to journalists, government officials and human rights activists around the world, according to an investigation by 17 media organisations published on Sunday. One of the organisations, The Washington Post, said the Pegasus spyware licensed by Israel-based NSO […]