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Ukraine Says Russian Intelligence Used Fake Support Texts to Steal Messaging Credentials

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) said it, together with the U.S.

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Ukraine's Security Service has revealed a sophisticated cyber campaign orchestrated by Russian intelligence services. The operation involved sending fake support texts to target individuals, with the goal of stealing their messaging credentials. This tactic allowed Russian agents to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, potentially compromising the security of government officials, military personnel, politicians, and activists in Ukraine, Europe, and the US. The collaboration between Ukraine's SSU and the US FBI in uncovering this campaign highlights the international scope of the threat.

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