A new cybersecurity report from China Cybersecurity Industry Alliance (CCIA) claims that US intelligence agencies have been secretly collecting data from mobile phone users across the world. The report says these agencies have been using hacking tools to access SIM cards, OS, and mobile apps. They also target Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and mobile networks to track users without their knowledge. The collected data includes personal details, account info, device records, and location history.
How iPhone users are being hacked
The report shows that Apple iPhone users have been a major target. It claims that US intelligence agencies use “zero-click” attacks, a method that infects phones without the user clicking or opening anything.
Hackers send a hidden message to the target’s iMessage app, which installs spyware in the background. Once inside the device, the spyware can steal messages, call logs, photos, and even real-time location data. The report suggests that this method allows for long-term surveillance of iPhone users without their knowledge.
Attacks extend beyond smartphones
According to the report, these spying efforts do not stop at mobile phones. The CCIA says the US has also hacked into:
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Data centers of major IT companies
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Mobile network providers
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Internet service providers
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USB cables and data transfer tools
By doing this, the agencies can monitor large numbers of users at the same time, making it harder for users to protect their data.
The CCIA warns that these hacks put all mobile phone users at risk. It says US agencies use spy tools, Trojan viruses, and hidden ways to monitor phones, firms, and even governments. This harms safe web use, hides user data, and threatens national security. If this goes on, more users may be at risk of stolen IDs and leaked info.
How to protect your device from mobile spying
Experts recommend that users take steps to protect themselves. These include:
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Updating devices to fix security flaws
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Using encrypted messaging apps for private conversations
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Avoiding suspicious links and messages
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Turning off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when not in use
The CCIA says global cooperation is needed to increase cybersecurity and prevent secret surveillance. It calls for stronger data protection laws to stop intelligence agencies from collecting private data without permission. As cyber threats grow, experts stress that governments, companies, and users must work together to keep digital systems safe.
