Apple Warns iPhone Users in 98 Countries of Mercenary Spyware Threat

The company has issued its second alert this year, emphasizing the sophisticated nature of these targeted attacks.

Spyware can compromise almost all personal data on an iPhone through zero-click attacks.
Apple first began issuing these notifications in 2021, reaching users in over 150 countries.
The latest warning highlights the shift from 'state-sponsored' to 'mercenary' spyware terminology.
Journalists, activists, and government personnel are primary targets of these attacks.
Apple advises affected users to enable Lockdown Mode and update to the latest iOS version.