EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 4 MIN
How a Zero-Day Attack Targeted an Activist
from The #TBOT Show with Hakeem Anwar · host Take Back Our Tech
This story of an activist in the UAE shows the sophistication of zero-day exploits. After jail time and surveillance, he received a Pegasus link disguised as info on detainees. Instead of clicking, he sent it to Citizen Lab. They revealed Pegasus could access cameras, calls, and location. These zero-days are rare and costly, reserved for high-value targets. Stay vigilant—awareness matters!🪧 Watch the full webinarAbove Share is included in Above Suite. Purchase Above Suite with any new Above Phone or Above Book or purchase it and start using our tools on your current devices! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tbot.substack.com/subscribe
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