# Apple warns iPhones in 110 countries of government spyware

2026-08-14T05:02:50+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

Corroboration: 2 independent outlets

Apple has sent fresh threat notifications to users in 110 countries, warning that their iPhones, iPads, or Macs may have been targeted by highly sophisticated 'mercenary spyware' capable of remote compromise. The alerts, sent on August 13, 2026, now appear directly on device lock screens for easier access, alongside email and Apple Account notifications. Apple says it has notified users in over 150 countries since starting these warnings in 2021. The company does not attribute attacks to specific governments or spyware operators. It recommends enabling Lockdown Mode, which it says has never been successfully breached in a confirmed mercenary spyware attack. Targeted users can seek help from the non-profit Digital Security Helpline at Access Now.

## Coverage

- republicworld.com <https://www.republicworld.com/tech/apple-sends-fresh-push-alerts-to-iphones-when-it-detects-government-grade-spyware-2026-08-14-134679>
- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/technology-science/your-iphone-could-be-under-attack-apple-sends-spyware-warnings-to-users-in-110-countries-article-155610338>
- livemint.com <https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/apple-sends-fresh-mercenary-spyware-warnings-to-users-in-110-countries-what-you-need-to-know-11786670522190.html>

Tags: Apple, cybersecurity, iPhone, mercenary spyware, Pegasus, spyware
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