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EagleMsgSpy: Most Advanced Chinese Android Spyware Used by Police Collects Smartphone Data

Dec 12, 2024, 10:57 AM

Researchers have identified a new Android spyware known as EagleMsgSpy, reportedly used by Chinese police for surveillance purposes. This spyware is described as one of the most advanced Chinese espionage tools to date, capable of collecting extensive data from smartphones. The discovery has raised concerns over privacy and security, as the spyware is already being deployed in China. Additionally, cybersecurity firm Lookout has noted that this spyware is part of a broader trend of surveillance technologies being utilized by both Russia and China, highlighting the increasing sophistication of such tools in the realm of digital espionage.