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Hackers exploited iOS and Android flaws to infect phones
Researchers say group may have been Kremlin-sponsored in search of diplomatic targets.
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Hackers possibly linked to the Kremlin exploited previously patched iOS and Android vulnerabilities to infect smartphones visiting several websites. The campaign targeted visitors of multiple sites, one of which was commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution. Researchers identified the attackers as a group that may be Kremlin‑sponsored and described the operation as aimed at diplomatic targets. The findings were reported on Wednesday.
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