Likely Russian government hackers attempted to compromise a security researcher known for investigating spyware attacks, including efforts to hijack Signal accounts. Instead of being taken by surprise, the researcher reversed the intrusion and uncovered new details about the hackers’ espionage campaign. The case highlights how sophisticated targeting can extend beyond victims to the investigators studying them.
Google has introduced Intrusion Logging in Android’s Advanced Protection Mode, designed to help human rights activists, journalists, and dissidents detect and document government spyware attempts and forensic device activity. The feature aims to create clearer evidence of intrusion, shifting Android defenses toward more transparent, attack-aware protection for high-risk users.
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Israeli-American spyware maker Paragon reportedly failed to respond to Italian authorities investigating spyware attacks targeting journalists and activists. The company had previously promised to cooperate and help determine what happened, but the report says requests for information went unanswered. The case adds pressure on the firm amid rising scrutiny of spyware use and accountability in investigations.
Researchers report a new spyware case tied to government authorities using a fake Android app to infect a target phone. The alleged developer was previously unknown for selling this kind of surveillance software, suggesting spyware supply chains may be broader than expected and harder to track once malware is disguised as everyday tools.
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