In 2024, Al Jazeera reported that its employees were targeted by sophisticated spyware technology. According to the network, the attacks utilized a 'zero-click' exploit, which allows a device to be compromised without any interaction from the user, such as clicking a link or opening a file. The report specifically identifies a method described as 'adfection' as the mechanism used to gain unauthorized access to staff devices.

The report attributes the development and deployment of this technology to Israeli spyware firms. While the technical details provided by Al Jazeera outline how the 'adfection' method functions to bypass security protocols, the article focuses primarily on the impact on its own personnel. There is currently no public response or confirmation from the Israeli firms mentioned in the report, nor has there been independent verification of the specific software tools involved from external cybersecurity agencies. The situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding the use of advanced surveillance tools against journalists and media organizations, though the report does not provide evidence regarding the specific entities or individuals who ordered the surveillance.