Spyware Maker NSO Group Blocked From WhatsApp

Spyware maker NSO Group blocked from WhatsApp after Meta wins permanent injunction in U.S. court ruling.
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Spyware Maker NSO Group Blocked From WhatsApp
Spyware Maker NSO Group Blocked From WhatsApp After Major U.S. Court Ruling A major legal milestone has arrived: Spyware maker NSO Group blocked from WhatsApp following a U.S. federal judge’s decision in favor of Meta. The ruling permanently bars the Israeli cyberintelligence company from targeting WhatsApp users, marking a major win for privacy and digital rights. Image Credits:Zawrzel / NurPhoto / Getty Images U.S. District Judge Phyllis Hamilton issued the injunction on Friday, reinforcing WhatsApp’s long-running fight to protect its users from surveillance tools developed by NSO Group. However, while the injunction stands, the court also dramatically reduced the financial penalty the company must pay to Meta. Why Meta Took NSO Group to Court Meta’s legal battle dates back to 2019 when NSO Group allegedly used spyware to hack into the accounts of over 1,400 WhatsApp users. The victims included journalists, human rights defenders, and government officials. A jury had initially ruled that …