Apple sends fresh wave of mercenary spyware warnings worldwide
Apple has notified users in 110 countries who it suspects may have been targeted by spyware attacks. Here are the details.
Apple has recently informed users in 110 countries about potential spyware attacks. This brings the total number of countries alerted to over 150 since the practice began a few years ago. The company previously warned users in 100 countries about targeted iPhones and has assisted Iranian cyberattack victims in the past. Apple has published a new support article detailing threat notifications, how they are delivered, and steps for users to protect their accounts and devices.
It is advised that notified users seek expert assistance, such as the Digital Security Helpline provided by the nonprofit Access Now. Users are encouraged to follow security best practices, including updating devices to the latest software, enabling passcodes or biometric authentication, using strong passwords, and avoiding suspicious links or attachments.
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