What happened
Researchers reported that the Predator spyware, linked to the Intellexa alliance, now uses new evasion methods to slip past security controls and stay hidden on infected devices.
Who is affected
High-risk users such as government officials, journalists, activists, and organizations that handle sensitive communications face the greatest exposure.
Why CISOs should care
Predator shows how commercial spyware is becoming harder to detect. Its operators use modular payloads and stealth techniques that weaken traditional defenses. Any organization with high-value data or executives who travel often should treat this as a real threat scenario.
3 practical actions
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Review mobile threat defense coverage and confirm that detection rules account for modular spyware loaders.
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Enforce device hardening for high-risk staff, including updated OS versions and restricted app installation.
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Set up a response plan for suspected mobile compromise that includes rapid isolation and forensic analysis.