WhatsApp and Apple warn of targeted spyware and zero-click exploits
Originally Published 4 months ago — by theregister.com
WhatsApp has disclosed a sophisticated security flaw (CVE-2025-55177) potentially exploited in targeted attacks, possibly involving surveillanceware, similar to a recent Apple patch. The vulnerability may have been used against specific individuals, highlighting risks for journalists and human rights activists. Meanwhile, Microsoft is enforcing multi-factor authentication on Azure, Nissan's design subsidiary was hit by ransomware, and Baltimore paid $1.5 million in a procurement scam. Additionally, a critical flaw in FreePBX telephony software has been patched after exploitation.
