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Iran’s Chosen Brick Cyber Threat | Amsterdam News
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- Sep 16, 2026
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Summary
Iran’s cyber operation, uncovered by the Dutch AIVD, targets dissidents and journalists with a malicious tool called Chosen Brick — once downloaded, it grants full device access, steals data, and disables security. Windows users are primary targets, and while exact victim numbers are unknown, warnings are being issued to protect against this digital espionage aimed at silencing dissent. Stay vigilant — what you click can have real-world consequences. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://nltimes.nl/2026/09/16/iran-using-spyware-gather-information-dissidents-living-west-aivd More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/34c81649b1c27c7e Report issues to [email protected].