The iPhone of Vladan Đokić, rector of the University of Belgrade, was infected with NSO Group's Pegasus spyware six days before Serbia's October 25 snap parliamentary election, according to the Citizen Lab.
The vulnerability or weakness
The infection used a zero-click exploit, meaning Đokić did not need to interact with any suspicious link or file for the spyware to activate.
Earlier attacks and coverage
Business impact
Not stated in the sources.
Industries affected
The attack affects public institutions and political figures, particularly those involved in student protests and anti-corruption efforts.
Users affected
The rector's personal and professional communications could have been monitored, affecting his ability to lead and advocate for his university and the student movement.
