Cyber Security Headlines Predator spyware, Russia blocks FaceTime, US cyber strategy coming
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Dec 5, 2025 Predator spyware is causing concern as it spreads across various countries. In an unexpected move, Russia has blocked FaceTime, citing unproven links to criminal activity. A preview of the upcoming U.S. cyber strategy reveals a six-pillar plan aimed at enhancing cybersecurity. In other news, brothers face charges for deleting government databases, and Arizona has filed a lawsuit against Timu for questionable data collection practices. Cutting-edge phishing techniques, like GhostFrame, are also emerging, highlighting ongoing cybersecurity challenges.
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Predator Still Active Worldwide
- Predator spyware remains active internationally despite US sanctions against Intelexa.
- Researchers found usage in Iraq, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan, Angola, and Mongolia.
Detection Drops May Reflect Stealth Changes
- Declines in observed Predator activity may hide infrastructure changes aimed at evasion.
- Amnesty revealed Intelexa can remotely access customer logs, increasing misuse risk.
Russia Blocks FaceTime Citing Crime
- Russia blocked Apple's FaceTime citing criminal misuse without providing evidence.
- The move follows sanctions on YouTube, WhatsApp, Telegram, and Roblox.