Rising Russian-Linked Phishing Attempts Target UK MPs via Messaging Apps
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Sir Lindsay Hoyle has alerted MPs about an increase in phishing attempts linked to Russian actors targeting them on messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Signal. The warning highlights the growing trend of hostile actors attempting to deceive individuals into sharing sensitive information or compromising their accounts.
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