Graphite Spyware Hits iPhones of European Journalists

Security investigators have confirmed that attackers deployed Graphite Spyware Hits iPhones in a series of zero-click exploits targeting Apple iOS devices. The spyware platform, developed by Paragon, infiltrated the smartphones of at least two journalists based in Europe, according to a forensic analysis.

Graphite Spyware Hits iPhones without requiring user interaction, making it highly effective in covert surveillance operations. The zero-click nature of the attack allows the malware to compromise devices silently, evading user detection and bypassing Apple’s security measures. Investigators identified the Graphite platform as the tool behind these intrusions, marking a significant escalation in targeted attacks on media professionals.

The revelation raises fresh concerns about the safety of iOS devices and the growing use of advanced spyware tools to monitor journalists. Security experts continue to examine the scope and method of the attack as part of a broader investigation into spyware threats.

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