UK Intelligence Reports 100 Countries Have Access to Spyware Capable of Hacking Phones
The UK National Cyber Security Centre reports that over 100 countries now have access to commercial spyware capable of hacking phones and computers, up from 80 in 2023. This increase raises concerns about the potential targeting of UK citizens, businesses, and infrastructure. The spyware, developed by companies like NSO Group and Paragon, is often used by governments, though its misuse against critics and political adversaries has been documented.
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