cross-posted from: https://infosec.pub/post/44652844

ICE uses Israeli spyware Graphite, installed on phones through a zero-click messaging exploit, to decrypt people’s encrypted messages.

  • NoTagBacks@lemmy.dbzer0.com
    22·
    12 days ago

    Anytime I see someone describe some form of software, I do generally understand what they’re trying to mean, but I can’t help but think of it as software that runs so inefficiently that it consumes a ton of power.

    Also, hey man, stop using whatsapp.

    • dan@upvote.au
      73·
      12 days ago

      Also, hey man, stop using whatsapp

      Spyware can affect any messaging app so I’m not sure what this has to do with this post.

        • dan@upvote.au
          13·
          12 days ago

          WhatsApp is targeted because it’s the most popular messaging app. If another app becomes popular, it’ll be targeted too. I guess using a niche app is one way to avoid the spyware, but it’s likely collecting data from all apps, not just WhatsApp.