Apple unveiled new tools this week it said are designed to prevent “state-sponsored mercenary spyware” from victimizing its customers.
The large tech company rolled out “Lockdown Mode” for operating systems used on its phones, tablets and computers, and Apple described its new cybersecurity protections as “extreme” and optional.
Apple’s head of security engineering and architecture, Ivan Kristiu0107, said the mode was designed to combat the most sophisticated attacks.
“While the vast majority of users will never be the victims of highly targeted cyberattacks, we will work tirelessly to protect the small number of users who are,” Mr.