Malware
Predator
First seen: 2019-01 • Status: active
Currently Active Threat
Predator is commercial spyware like Pegasus that governments buy to spy on people. It can take over your phone completely without you knowing.
Overview
Predator is commercial spyware developed by Cytrox, similar in capability to Pegasus. It targets journalists, politicians, and activists through zero-click exploits.
Also Known As
Predator Spyware, Cytrox Predator
How It Spreads
- • Zero-click exploits
- • Malicious links
- • One-click exploits
What It Does
- • Full device access
- • Message interception
- • Call recording
- • Location tracking
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Target Platforms
iOS, Android
Detection Tips
- • Use specialized detection tools
- • Monitor for exploitation artifacts
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
T1429, T1430, T1512
If You're Infected
- 1.
Replace the compromised device
- 2.
Seek expert help
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