Russian Zero-Day Vendor Proposes $20 Million for Hacking Android and iPhones

A company specializing in acquiring and trading undisclosed software vulnerabilities, known as zero-day exploits, has announced a substantial increase in payouts to researchers. 

Operation Zero, based in Russia and established in 2021, revealed on both its Telegram and X (previously Twitter) accounts that it is now offering $20 million for hacking tools capable of breaching iPhones and Android devices. This is a significant escalation from their previous offering of $200,000.

The company emphasized its commitment to collaborating with developer teams by boosting premiums and providing attractive incentives for contractual work. 

Operation Zero explicitly stated that its clientele exclusively comprises private and governmental entities within Russia. When asked about this limitation to non-NATO countries, CEO Sergey Zelenyuk declined to provide specific reasons, citing them as “obvious.”

Zelenyuk hinted that the current bounties could be temporary and reflect the current market dynamics, especially considering the challenges associated with hacking iOS and Android systems. He explained that prices are influenced by the availability of specific products in the zero-day market. 

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