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Russian-Backed Hackers Target Signal, WhatsApp Accounts of Officials, Journalists Globally
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News18
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10-03-2026, 10:27
Russian-Backed Hackers Target Signal, WhatsApp Accounts of Officials, Journalists Globally
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Dutch intelligence agencies warn of a global cyber campaign by Russian-backed hackers targeting Signal and WhatsApp accounts.
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Hackers lure officials, military personnel, and journalists to reveal security verification and PIN codes, gaining access to sensitive information.
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Methods include impersonating Signal Support chatbots and exploiting the 'linked devices' function.
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WhatsApp advises users never to share their 6-digit code; Signal confirms its encryption remains uncompromised.
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Dutch authorities recommend against using messaging apps for classified information, despite end-to-end encryption.
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