Graphite spyware used in Apple iOS zero-click attacks on journalists
At least two European journalists' Apple iOS devices were the subject of zero-click attacks that used Paragon's Graphite spyware platform, according to forensic investigation.
According to researchers at Citizen Lab, the victims were Ciro Pellegrino, a journalist for the Italian newspaper Fanpage.it, and a well-known European journalist who asked to remain anonymous.
According to Citizen Lab, our investigation reveals forensic evidence that conclusively proves that Paragon's Graphite mercenary malware targeted both Italian journalist Ciro Pellegrino and a well-known European journalist (who wishes to remain anonymous).
The attacks took place in early 2025, and on April 29, Apple notified the two victims that "advanced spyware" had targeted them.
The threat actor exploited CVE-...