British intelligence says Iranian state hackers targeted dissidents, activists and journalists worldwide with spyware known as “CHOSEN BRICK.”

Intelligence summary

British intelligence says Iranian state hackers targeted dissidents, activists and journalists worldwide with spyware known as “CHOSEN BRICK.” The hackers allegedly impersonated trusted contacts and used fake documents to trick victims into installing malware capable of stealing messages and contacts, capturing screens, tracking movements and accessing microphones. UK, U.S. and Dutch agencies linked the campaign to Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security, saying Tehran uses cyber operatio