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Apple rolls out iPhone alerts for mercenary spyware attacks

Apple rolls out iPhone alerts for mercenary spyware attacks

THE article from Malwarebytes Labs summarizes cybersecurity news from August 10 to August 16, 2026. Key highlights include:

1. **Mercenary Spyware:** Apple has introduced iPhone alerts for users targeted by mercenary spyware.

2. **WhatsApp Updates:** A new warning feature for scam messages is being tested.

3. **Android Malware:** New malware enables criminals to use bank cards in real time.

4. **Legal Actions:** Parents have filed 3,000 lawsuits against Meta, TikTok, Google, and Snap regarding youth safety.

5. **Zoom Security Flaws:** Vulnerabilities that may allow attacks between participants are reported.

6. **Patch Tuesday:** Users are urged to update to fix 421 flaws, including three zero-days.

7. **Scam Warnings:** Several warnings about fake products and services, including CCleaner installs leading to spyware and fraudulent TikTok shops.

8. **AI Trust Issues:** A discussion on the complex relationship between young people and AI technologies is mentioned.

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