Dossier
Threat Notification
Coverage of Threat Notification in the Nexus archive.
- Apple now uses iPhone alerts for targets of mercenary spyware
Apple has expanded its threat-notification system by adding visible warnings directly to an iPhone's Lock Screen and Settings for users suspected of being targeted by mercenary spyware. These high-confidence alerts augment existing notifications via email and the user’s Apple Account page. The article advises all users, especially potential targets, to take protective measures such as updating software, using two-factor authentication, or applying Lockdown Mode.