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Apple fans, be aware that the company has sent notifications to users in 99 countries due to a spyware threat emanating from an unknown source or sources. For users, threats are nothing new, as a spyware attack back in February 2026 was targeting both Android and iPhone owners — though this latest round of threats has involved several notable figures. The warning comes hot on the heels of news that German officials in federal and parliament positions have confirmed they were among those who were targeted.

Per an Apple support document posted in 2024, the company had already notified users in over 150 different countries that they had been targeted by what Apple calls "mercenary" spyware attacks.…