The WhatsApp tactic marks a new approach by a hacking unit called Star Blizzard, linked to Russia's domestic spy agency, the FSB, seeking to undermine trust.
Victims receive an email from an attacker impersonating a US official, enticing them to click on a QR code granting access to their WhatsApp account.
The campaign targeted not just ministers but also individuals involved in diplomacy and international relations related to Russia and support for Ukraine.
In 2023, the NCSC reported Star Blizzard had targeted British MPs and journalists, highlighting the threat to UK politics and democracy.
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