Apple’s Message Mishap: Spyware Strikes and Journalists Jolt!
Apple’s Messages app had a security flaw that was as inviting as a catnip-laced welcome mat for hackers. Exploited by Paragon’s Graphite spyware, it turned journalists’ phones into surveillance centers. Apple patched the hole, but not before some serious digital eavesdropping. CVE-2025-43200, you’re infamous now!
Hot Take:
Apple’s Messages app was the life of the party until someone decided to spike the punch with a little Graphite. Now, journalists are dodging spyware like it’s an unwanted subscription service. But fret not, Apple has swooped in with a patch to save the day—or at least, to make sure your iMessages aren’t moonlighting as a spy’s best friend.
Key Points:
- Apple patched a Messages app vulnerability (CVE-2025-43200) used to target journalists.
- The flaw was exploited using Paragon’s Graphite spyware.
- Citizen Lab confirmed the spyware targeted at least two journalists in Europe.
- Apple alerted affected users and released patches for multiple OS versions.
- Paragon ended contracts with the Italian government over alleged misuse of its tools.
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