Paragon’s Graphite Spyware: iPhones Hacked, Journalists Shocked!
Paragon’s Graphite spyware has pulled a Houdini, hacking fully updated iPhones with a zero-day exploit and giving at least two journalists an unwelcome digital surprise. Citizen Lab’s investigation confirmed the attacks, prompting Apple to patch the flaw. Paragon, meanwhile, is playing a diplomatic game of “it’s not me, it’s you” with Italy.
Hot Take:
Looks like Paragon’s Graphite spyware has a knack for getting into places it’s not invited, much like that awkward friend who always shows up unannounced. Apple had to play bouncer again, patching up the zero-day exploit and kicking Graphite out of the party. The real drama here? Italy and Paragon’s breakup over some spyware shenanigans. It’s like a tech soap opera, and we’re all just munching on popcorn.
Key Points:
- Paragon’s Graphite spyware exploited a zero-day vulnerability to hack fully updated iPhones.
- Two journalists in Europe were confirmed victims of this spyware attack.
- Apple patched the zero-click exploit in iOS version 18.3.1.
- Italy’s intelligence oversight committee confirmed government use of Graphite spyware.
- Paragon ended its contract with Italy over alleged misuse of its spyware tools.