Serbian strongman leader Aleksandar Vučić's regime targeted University of Belgrade Rector Vladan Đokić with powerful zero-click spyware known as Pegasus.

The vulnerability or weakness

The Pegasus spyware, a zero-click exploit, was used to target Đokić’s device without the need for user interaction.

Earlier attacks and coverage

No earlier related attack in our archive yet.

Business impact

The use of Pegasus could have significant operational and reputational impacts on institutions, undermining trust and disrupting academic freedom.

Industries affected

Higher education and public administration sectors are affected.

Users affected

Students, faculty, and other university staff could be impacted, potentially facing surveillance and loss of privacy.

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