Urgent Cybersecurity Alert: A cunning new phishing campaign is actively targeting individuals using WhatsApp. Threat actors, strongly suspected to be operating out of Iran, are employing a sophisticated deception tactic: impersonating a prominent Israeli infosec expert. This allows them to gain immediate trust and legitimacy with potential victims.
By posing as a respected figure within the cybersecurity community, the attackers aim to lower defenses and trick users into revealing sensitive information or clicking malicious links. This specific impersonation leverages the victim’s potential respect or connection to the Israeli technology and security sector.
Be extremely vigilant regarding unsolicited messages on WhatsApp, especially those claiming to be from known security professionals. Always independently verify identities through alternative, trusted channels before engaging or sharing any information. This highlights the critical need for awareness against highly targeted and deceptive social engineering methods used by state-sponsored or affiliated groups. Stay safe and be cautious of who you interact with online.
Source: https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2025/06/26/that_whatsapp_from_an_israeli/
