What Is Pegasus Spyware? Explained

The Pegasus spyware is believed to be known by other names as well, like Q Suite and Trident.

Pegasus was developed by the Tel Aviv, Israel-based cyber intelligence and security firm NSO Group. The spyware, believed to have been around at least since 2016, is said to be known by other names as well, like Q Suite and Trident. Considered the most sophisticated among all such products available in the market, it can infiltrate iOS, Apple's mobile phone operating system, and Android devices. Pegasus was meant to be used by governments on a per-license basis. In May 2019, its developer had limited sales of Pegasus to state intelligence agencies and others. The home page of NSO Group's website says the company creates technology that "helps government agencies" prevent and investigate terrorism and crime to save thousands of lives around the globe.