hackers targeting signal, whatsapp, and teams

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Matt Johansen
Feb 24, 2025

Uncovering New Phishing Attacks & How to Protect Yourself

Lets get into some new threat intel reports on Signal and WhatsApp.

Google and Microsoft detailed phishing attacks that trick users into linking attackers' devices to their accounts. I dove through all of them to share with you their techniques and how to spot them.

00:00 Introduction: Is Signal Really Secure?
00:54 Understanding End-to-End Encryption
01:27 Common Misconceptions About Signal
02:26 New Threats: Phishing Attacks on Signal and WhatsApp
03:07 How Hackers Exploit QR Codes
04:33 Real-World Examples of Phishing Kits
05:59 Protecting Yourself from Phishing Attacks
06:37 Spear Phishing Campaigns Targeting WhatsApp
07:53 Device Code Exploits in Microsoft Teams
09:36 Best Practices for Online Security
12:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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