Investigation Finds Spyware Used By Governments To Target "Activists"

Investigation Finds Spyware Used By Governments To Target "Activists"

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An Israeli cyber intelligence group has been spying on activists and lawyers worldwide. A collaborative investigation by 17 news organizations revealed that NSO's Pegasus software was used to target hundreds, including the fiance of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi, shortly after his death. The software has been employed by authoritarian governments to commit human rights violations globally.

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What was the outcome of the investigation conducted by the 17 news organizations?

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How has the Pegasus software been utilized by governments around the world?

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