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How to Install and Use pegasus spyware (Termux Tool) on Android Devices Github

by@Souvik_editx July 20, 2021

How to Install and Use Pegasus (Termux Tool) on Android Devices



Pegasus is a spyware developed by the Israeli cyberarms firm NSO Group that can be covertly installed on mobile phones (and other devices) running most[1] versions of iOS and Android.[2] The 2021 Project Pegasus revelations suggest that current Pegasus software is able to exploit all recent iOS versions up to iOS 14.6.[1] According to the Washington Post and other prominent media sources, Pegasus not only enables the keystroke monitoring of all communications from a phone (texts, emails, web searches) but it also enables phone call and location tracking, while also permitting NSO Group to hija

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Introduction

Immediately after the revelation of Pegasus malware in July 2016, the following analysis was provided to numerous technology and media outlets.[3] As a result, many media outlets with an established stance on surveillance issues, as well as other reliable sources, have concluded that Pegasus, according to a variety of media sources, is able to turn an iOS device into a spy device. However, as the latest revelations by the Washington Post and other notable media outlets indicate, the statements provided in this post, as well as those from other reliable sources, are also true. This post details how to remotely install Pegasus spyware and provides a few tips for dealing with the malware.


What is Pegasus?

Pegasus is an instance of the Neocurrentions "metasploit framework", one of the best known and most used exploitation frameworks for mobile security. While Pegasus is advertised to be an espionage tool for targeted surveillance, there are claims that it has also been used to spy on political dissidents. Pegasus was discovered by Citizen Lab on 12 August 2016 when a prominent Middle Eastern activist and academic reported that his smartphone had been hacked by an Israeli cyberarms firm, NSO Group, which remotely installed malware on his phone. NSO Group describes itself as a pioneer in the "privacy-enhancing" market.


How does Pegasus work?

Unlike most spyware, Pegasus can covertly redirect the user’s mobile device to malicious websites, or download and install its own apps on the user’s phone (allegedly including Adobe Flash Player and several other mobile applications). Here is a ‘difficult-to-hide’ screenshot of the mobile device after installation of the software: As soon as a user has visited a website to which Pegasus has directed the phone, the phone calls the NSO Group, which can then remotely install Pegasus onto the device. How does Pegasus use IMSI/IMEI spoofing to spy on people? What is IMSI (International Mobile Subscriber Identity) and IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity)? The International Mobile Subscriber Identity is a unique number used by mobile devices to connect with mobile networks.



Who can install Pegasus on my phone?

According to the Washington Post, the firm is apparently targeting a variety of different businesses and governments, including law enforcement and military customers.[3] However, just like with other mobile spyware, there is a major risk for both individual and business users. People and businesses can attempt to avoid being targeted by Pegasus by doing the following: Check for updates: NSO Group is known for failing to maintain the proper security measures in their apps, and this has created significant security vulnerabilities. They should be careful not to rely solely on the company’s updater system.


How to prevent your phone from being infected with the Pegasus Spyware?

Prevention is the best defense, which is why we’ve included a recommended set of security solutions that can help keep your personal data safe. Make sure to check our guide for the most effective ways to protect yourself and keep your device protected. What if My Phone is Already Infected? If your phone is already infected with Pegasus, there are still a few ways to avoid or mitigate attacks in the future. Disable the Management API The Pegasus “agent” malware is designed to deliver a payload on your smartphone that will allow NSO Group to control your device. To disable NSO Group’s “agent” from installing itself on your device, do the following: Open the Settings app on your phone.


Conclusion

Pegasus is a highly effective exploit for mobile operating systems that makes the user vulnerable to remote surveillance and monitoring of text messages, emails, and location. It works by intercepting all web traffic and injecting a secret data payload into all of the traffic. This was discovered in April 2013. Some people already concluded that Apple has some type of special anti-spyware that prevents Pegasus from working, but there is a very strong counter argument about how unlikely that is. For the highest security scenario, Pegasus works better on the open Android operating system since Android is open to all app developers, while Apple has more restrictive policies. If you have an iPhone, there is a high possibility that you don’t need a private anti-spyware program.


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