WhatsApp says it caught NSO attempting to spy on users again

📅 8 June 2026 at 12:26 UTC📰 Cyber InsiderView original source ↗

WhatsApp says it has disrupted new social engineering campaigns linked to Israeli spyware maker NSO Group and is now asking a US federal court to hold the company in contempt for violating a permanent injunction that barred it from targeting its users. The company also published indicators of compromise associated with the activity, renewing calls … The post WhatsApp says it caught NSO attempting to spy on users again appeared first on CyberInsider.

🤖 AI BriefingAuto-generated threat analysis

🔍Threat Overview

NSO Group attempted to spy on WhatsApp users via social engineering campaigns, including spear-phishing tactics and test accounts on the platform. WhatsApp has disrupted these operations and is seeking a court order to hold NSO in contempt for violating a permanent injunction.

⚙️Technical Details

Affected Systems

Attack Vectors

Spear-phishingTest accounts

💥Impact Assessment

Severity: High

Who Is at Risk

Journalists, activists, diplomats, business leaders, and government officials using WhatsApp

🛡️Recommended Actions

1Verify the authenticity of incoming messages and links from unknown sources.

2Regularly review account activity and report suspicious behavior to WhatsApp support.

3Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication for all accounts.

📦Affected Products

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