Apple has warned iPhone users of potential espionage attacks. According to France's CERT-FR agency, security notifications have been sent multiple times this year. The threat is particularly significant for individuals in sensitive roles. Users need to be vigilant against Zero-Day Vulnerabilities and Zero-Click Exploits.
iPhone Security Alert: Apple has warned iPhone users of spyware and potential espionage attacks, following cases reported in France. This alert was sent on March 5, April 29, June 25, and September 11, 2025. According to CERT-FR, the threat specifically targets journalists, lawyers, social activists, politicians, and high-ranking officials, as it exploits Zero-Day Vulnerabilities and Zero-Click Exploits to target devices without any user interaction. Apple has recommended Emergency Security Updates and Lockdown Mode.
iPhone Users Receive Alert About Spyware Threat
Apple has cautioned iPhone users about potential espionage attacks, following incidents reported in France. According to France's CERT-FR agency, Apple has issued security notifications four times this year. These alerts were sent on March 5, April 29, June 25, and most recently, on September 11, 2025. The objective of these notifications is to protect users from Zero-Day Vulnerabilities and Zero-Click Exploits.
Who is at Risk and How Attacks Occur
CERT-FR has identified users in particularly sensitive roles as being at higher risk, including journalists, lawyers, social activists, politicians, and high-ranking officials. These attacks do not require the user to click on any link or download any file, meaning the device can be targeted automatically. Receiving an alert indicates that at least one device associated with the iCloud account has been targeted.
Security Actions by Apple and WhatsApp
Apple has promptly released an emergency security update to fix a Zero-Day bug (CVE-2025-43300). This bug is linked to a WhatsApp Zero-Click Vulnerability (CVE-2025-55177). The company has described it as a highly sophisticated attack and advised users to enable Lockdown Mode and contact digital security experts. WhatsApp has also instructed users to perform a factory reset on their devices and keep their apps updated.
Global Perspective on Spyware Threat
Apple has been sending such notifications globally since 2021, and users from over 150 countries have been on its radar. The company never directly names hacker groups or countries, but the continuously advancing attacks indicate that technology is rapidly evolving. This warning is particularly crucial for individuals in sensitive roles who wish to ensure the security of their digital data.
