Russian-Backed Hackers Target Signal, WhatsApp Accounts of Officials, Journalists Globally

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