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. 1.

    Replace the compromised device

  2. 2.

    Seek expert help

Related Malware

Pegasus

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