The United States government reportedly entered into a confidential agreement with an Israeli company behind Pegasus spyware, a product developed by NSO Group. The article discusses the matter as reported by a prominent newspaper in the United States.
Details described the arrangement as a contract between a US entity representing authorities and the US branch of NSO Group. The agreement allegedly enables the use of Landmark software to locate a mobile device globally without the knowledge of its owner, raising concerns about privacy and surveillance practices.
Observers noted that the deal appeared five days after the Biden administration publicly signaled a move against NSO Group, labeling the company as a potential national security risk.
On 31 October of the previous year, a major newspaper cited a former MI6 chief suggesting that Pegasus spyware could have accessed the phone of a former prime minister. This claim contributed to ongoing debates about state-sponsored surveillance and its reach.
In early November, a European Parliament rapporteur and member of the chamber warned that several EU countries may be abusing spyware, framing the issue as a direct threat to European democratic processes.