A hacked smartphone may have exposed Jared Kushner's private communications, according to a new book, though he denies the claims.
Kushner's phone under scrutiny
A book by journalist Matthew Cole claims that intelligence agencies may have monitored Jared Kushner's smartphone between 2017 and 2018, raising questions about cybersecurity and privacy.Russian intelligence alleged involvement
According to Vanity Fair, the Russian military intelligence may have compromised Kushner's iPhone during that time. The report also suggests Dutch intelligence may have accessed a server containing screenshots from Kushner's phone and later developed a method to monitor it in real time.Allegations dismissed by Kushner
Kushner has called the claims "totally false," though no public evidence has been presented to confirm or deny the allegations. The book's author does not provide technical proof to support the claims.Concerns over cybersecurity
The incident highlights the risks of compromised devices, which can reveal messages, contacts, and movements without the user's knowledge. This is particularly concerning for individuals involved in sensitive negotiations or communications.Financial transactions linked to claims
The alleged monitoring reportedly began with financial transfers linked to accounts valued at $2 billion, suggesting potential interest in Kushner's financial activities.
