A spyware investigator exposed Russian government hackers trying to hijack Signal accounts
TechCrunch·May 14, 2026
A security researcher who investigates spyware attacks was targeted by a group of likely Russian government hackers attempting to hijack his Signal account. The researcher was able to counter the hacking attempt and gather information about the hackers' methods. He then exposed the details of their espionage campaign, turning the tables on the hackers. The incident highlights the ongoing efforts of Russian government hackers to compromise secure communication platforms.
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