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A fresh wave of spyware targeting Apple devices has reached a scale that security analysts say is unlike anything seen before. Independent investigators from Sentinel Labs and ThreatMatrix have confirmed that Apple’s recent security notification—warning users of a potentially malicious app—has been pushed to more than 1.2 million iPhones, iPads and Macs.
The alert, titled “Suspicious Activity Detected,” appears on the lock screen and advises users to remove an unnamed application that may be harvesting personal data and location information without consent. While Apple kept the app’s identity confidential, researchers suspect the software leverages a “zero‑click” exploit, a technique that requires no interaction from the victim. Such exploits were famously employed by the NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware.
Apple responded quickly, stating that affected devices will receive an over‑the‑air security patch within the next 24 hours and urging users to uninstall any suspicious software. The company also promised to increase the frequency of similar alerts in the future, emphasizing its commitment to safeguarding the ecosystem.
What makes this incident noteworthy is the sheer volume of notifications. According to the joint report, the 1.2 million figure is roughly double the total number of alerts issued for comparable threats in the past three years, prompting the term “historical level” among industry insiders.
Experts warn that the episode underscores the fact that Apple platforms remain attractive targets for sophisticated attackers. They recommend users keep their operating systems up to date, avoid installing apps from unofficial sources, and enable two‑factor authentication wherever possible. The researchers also note that the threat appears to be active, with signs of a possible second wave of infections on the horizon.
In the coming days, Apple’s security team will continue to monitor the situation and roll out additional mitigations. For end‑users, staying informed about the latest security advisories and following the recommended steps is the most effective way to protect personal data from this unprecedented spyware campaign.
Source: TechCrunch
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