The FBI Warns That Foreign Cybercriminals Have Targeted Messaging App Users
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By Nate Williams
Published on April 7, 2026.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency have issued a warning that foreign cybercriminals are operating a massive phishing campaign on messaging apps. The operation involves individuals impersonating official support channels on these apps, which then prompt users to click on a secret link or provide their confidential information. The hackers can then take control of these accounts, allowing them to read private messages, access contact lists, and potentially send more malicious messages.
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