WhatsApp says spyware maker NSO Group is still targeting its users
WhatsApp is seeking to hold NSO Group in contempt of court for allegedly violating a previous injunction. Meta claims NSO Group attempted to target fewer than 10 WhatsApp users in Jordan and Lebanon with malicious links, similar to past phishing campaigns. This action follows a 2019 lawsuit where Meta was awarded $4 million in damages against NSO Group for targeting users with its Pegasus spyware. AI
IMPACT This legal action highlights ongoing concerns about the misuse of spyware technology, impacting user privacy and trust in communication platforms.