European Parliament Member Investigating Spyware Was Hacked With Pegasus
Summary
A former Member of the European Parliament, Stelios Kouloglou, was reportedly targeted with Pegasus spyware. This occurred while he was part of a committee investigating the misuse of commercial surveillance tools within the European Union.
IFF Assessment
FOE
The use of Pegasus spyware against a politician investigating such tools indicates an ongoing and sophisticated threat, representing a victory for malicious actors.
Defender Context
This incident highlights the persistent threat of advanced spyware like Pegasus being used against individuals in positions of oversight. Defenders should be aware that sophisticated actors continue to leverage such tools for surveillance and intelligence gathering, potentially targeting individuals involved in policy and regulation.