WhatsApp Zaps Paragon Spyware Plot: Journalists Spared from Zero-Click Nightmare
WhatsApp disrupted a hacking campaign using Paragon spyware that targeted journalists. The Israeli vendor was linked to 90 compromised devices. WhatsApp sent a cease and desist letter to Paragon and is considering legal action. This highlights the need for accountability in the spyware industry and reinforces WhatsApp’s commitment to user privacy.
Hot Take:
WhatsApp’s latest move to karate chop Paragon’s spyware campaign is like an epic showdown between a tech superhero and a sneaky villain. The real kicker? They did it with a “zero-click” exploit, proving that sometimes, we don’t even need fingers on screens to save the day. Score one for privacy!
Key Points:
- Meta disrupted a Paragon spyware campaign targeting journalists via WhatsApp.
- 90 users were targeted using a “zero-click” exploit.
- Paragon, recently acquired for $900 million, received a cease-and-desist letter from WhatsApp.
- A legal action against Paragon is being explored by WhatsApp.
- Citizen Lab is preparing to release a detailed report on the attack.
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