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Takeaway
This article warns that governments are using secret software called spyware to try and hack into people’s phones, especially those who use apps like Signal and WhatsApp. You will learn about the dangers of these attacks and how to protect your devices.
Technical Subject Understandability
Intermediate
Analogy/Comparison
These spyware attacks are like someone secretly installing a tiny camera and microphone in your house to watch and listen to everything you do without your permission.
Why It Matters
These attacks are important because they can steal your private messages, track where you go, and listen to your calls, affecting your privacy and safety. For example, CISA and the FBI have warned that foreign governments are using this spyware to target U.S. government workers, journalists, and people who defend human rights.
Related Terms
Spyware. Jargon Conversion: Spyware is a type of software designed to secretly gather information from your device without you knowing.
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