New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- Apple has sent a fresh wave of threat notifications to users it suspects were targeted with mercenary spyware capable of hacking into iPhones, iPads and Macs. The Cupertino-based tech giant has also confirmed to TechCrunch that it sent out the notifications to users targeted by the spyware in 110 countries.

"Apple detected a mercenary spyware attack targeted at your iPhone. There are actions you can take now to protect your data and device," reads the notification sent by Apple.

The company also said that it has now notified customers in more than 150 countries about suspected mercenary spyware attacks so far.

Apple has also updated a support article on its website, which now states that it will notify users direc...