threat-intel
Spyware found on phone of European Parliament member probing it
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Summary
A former European Parliament member, Stelios Kouloglou, was repeatedly targeted with Pegasus spyware while investigating the misuse of commercial spyware. Citizen Lab researchers discovered the infections occurred during his time on the PEGA Committee, which was tasked with recommending solutions to combat spyware abuse. The incident highlights a potential threat to democratic processes and raises concerns about the European Commission’s inaction regarding proposed reforms and the use of such technology.
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