Powerful ‘Trojan horse’ spyware found on Downing Street phone, security researchers say

PA Wire

Powerful spyware used by hackers to snoop on communications and steal data has been found on a device at Downing Street, researchers have said.

Specialists at the University of Toronto’s Citizen Lab said the notorious “Pegasus” Trojan horse appears to have been used to target both the prime minister’s office and the Foreign Office (FCDO).