Apple sends spyware warnings to iPhone users in 100 countries

engadget.comPublished: 5/1/2025

Summary

Two individuals confirmed receiving Apple's threat warnings about potential spyware attacks, with one being an Italian journalist and the other a Dutch commentator who shared details of the messages. Apple's guidelines emphasize that targeted users are warned through various channels to alert them promptly, while noting the difficulty in detecting such attacks due to their cost and short lifespan. This incident highlights concerns over privacy and the potential misuse of such warnings.