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Apple releases emergency security updates to block Pegasus spyware exploiting iOS vulnerabilities

  • Spyware exploit discovered by Citizen Lab allowed infection of iPhones without user interaction.
  • Updates patch vulnerabilities in ImageIO and Apple Wallet app used to deliver Pegasus.
  • All iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac users advised to install updates immediately.
  • Pegasus spyware developed by NSO Group and sold to government agencies.
  • Lockdown Mode can help defend against similar exploits.
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