Archive · 11 Dec 2025
Apple Receives Govt Notice After Spyware Alerts
Apple has received a notice from the Indian government after there were alerts about spyware.
The government is offering free device safety checks to help people protect their devices.
An expert named Meghna Bal said that spyware attacks are becoming more common and sophisticated.
She thinks governments should work harder to prevent these attacks and should collaborate with companies to share information about threats.
This is important because spyware can harm both personal and national security.
Apple received a government notice due to spyware alerts.
The Indian government is offering free device safety checks.
Meghna Bal, Director at Esya Centre, expressed concerns about increasing spyware attacks.
She recommended that governments be more proactive and collaborate with industry for better threat intelligence.
The spread of commercial spyware poses risks to both domestic and global cybersecurity.
- Who
- Apple and the Indian government
- What
- Government notice and free device safety checks due to spyware alerts
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- India
- Why
- To address the spread of commercial spyware and enhance cybersecurity
- Company Involved
- Apple
- Issue
- Spyware alerts
- Government Action
- Issued notice and free device safety checks
- Expert Comment
- Meghna Bal, Director at Esya Centre
- Expert's Concern
- Increasing frequency and sophistication of spyware attacks
- Expert's Recommendation
- Governments should be proactive and collaborate with industry