Apple-Google: Spyware is trying to infiltrate your phone; do these important things to protect yourself..

Two of the world's largest tech companies, Apple and Google, have issued a new cyber security warning to users in several countries. The companies are reporting that dangerous spyware is attempting to infiltrate their phones. These attacks may be linked to governments. Such warnings have become increasingly frequent in recent years. Whenever Apple and Google detect an attempt to hack a user's phone, they send a direct message to that user. This type of hacking is not typical theft, but rather involves very expensive and sophisticated espionage tools.

Apple and Google's Warning
According to a report by The 420 (Ref.), Apple sent messages to several people on December 2nd. The company stated that similar warnings have been issued to users in over 150 countries so far. Apple did not specify how many people received the message this time or which hackers were responsible, but said the threat is very serious. On December 3rd, Google also issued a warning. Google discovered that spyware called Intellexa was targeting several hundred accounts. This software is active in countries such as Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Angola, Egypt, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, and Tajikistan. The US has already imposed sanctions on this company, yet it continues to operate.

What can the spyware do?
This dangerous software secretly infiltrates the phone. Once installed, it can access messages, photos, location data, call recordings, and passwords. It can even activate the camera and microphone without the user's knowledge.

Governments will now investigate
Whenever Apple and Google issue such warnings, governments and agencies in several countries launch investigations. In the European Union, where high-ranking officials have previously had their phones hacked, there is greater scrutiny. Experts say these warnings are costly for hackers because their activities are exposed.

A new debate on privacy and security
This latest warning has reignited the debate on privacy and security. On one hand, there's national security, and on the other, the privacy of ordinary citizens. Companies that develop and sell spyware are growing rapidly. Human rights organizations say that all countries in the world should work together to create regulations for this.

Take these important steps immediately:
Apple and Google have said that if you receive such a message, immediately update your phone, change your password, enable two-factor authentication, and do not click on unknown links. These small steps can protect you to a great extent.

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