Apple alerts exploit developer that his iPhone was targeted with government spyware 

Apple has notified a former developer at Trenchant, a leading Western spyware and zero-day maker, that his personal iPhone was targeted with government-backed spyware. This incident occurred weeks after the developer was suspected of leaking company tools and was subsequently fired. The notification from Apple indicates that the developer's device was targeted by sophisticated surveillance software, likely developed by Trenchant for government clients. This highlights the potential misuse of such advanced technologies, which can be used to monitor and compromise the privacy of individuals, even those with inside knowledge of the industry. The case underscores the growing concerns around the proliferation of powerful spyware tools and the need for stronger oversight and regulation to prevent their abuse. It also raises questions about the security and privacy implications for individuals who may be targeted, even if they have technical expertise in the field.