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Meta Blocks WhatsApp Accounts Linked to Phishing: Major Setback for APT42 Hackers
Meta blocked WhatsApp accounts linked to APT42’s social engineering attempts targeting political and diplomatic figures. The activity, tied to a phishing campaign, aimed at individuals in Israel, Palestine, Iran, the US, and the UK. Despite unsuccessful attempts, Meta reported the incidents to law enforcement and…
Hot Take:
Who knew that social engineering could be such an international affair? From AOL tech support impersonators to phishing attempts at political bigwigs, it’s like a cyber-spy thriller, but with more typos and fewer car chases.
Key Points:
- Meta blocked WhatsApp accounts linked to social engineering activities traced to APT42.
- Targets included individuals in Israel, Palestine, Iran, the US, and the UK.
- Meta believes the attempts were unsuccessful but reported them to law enforcement.
- Google confirmed that APT42 has been targeting high-profile users for years.
- Roger Stone’s account was compromised and used for further phishing attempts.
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