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State-Linked Hackers Target Signal Messages of Officials and Journalists in Europe

State-Linked Hackers Target Signal Messages of Officials and Journalists in Europe

First seen 8 Feb 2026, 05:38 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

On February 7, 2026, Germany's security agencies warned of a cyber espionage campaign by state-linked hackers targeting military officials and journalists using Signal. The attackers are reportedly hijacking Signal accounts to access private communications, raising significant security concerns for high-ranking individuals across Europe. This incident highlights the ongoing threat posed by state-sponsored cyber activities.

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2026-02-07
Germany issues warning about cyber espionage campaign
2026-02-07
Hackers identified as state-linked targeting Signal accounts

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