Meta revealed that APT42, an Iranian threat actor linked to persistent phishing campaigns, targeted US political officials on WhatsApp ahead of the 2024 election.
Despite targeting political figures, Meta stated there was no evidence that the targeted WhatsApp accounts had been compromised, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
The malicious activity involved hackers posing as tech support for major companies, with attempts to breach the personal email accounts of individuals close to Biden and Trump.
Meta communicated the threat to law enforcement and presidential campaigns, urging them to be cautious in light of the heightened threat environment leading to the elections.
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