Germany investigates phishing on Signal linked to Russia

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Germany suspects Russia attacked many Signal accounts. These attacks targeted ministers, soldiers, and journalists.

German prosecutors began an investigation in February 2026. They are looking into cyberattacks and possible spying.

Hackers sent messages from a fake Signal chatbot. They asked users to enter a PIN or scan a QR code.

This linked user accounts to the hackers' devices. Hackers could read past chats and see user contacts.

German and Dutch authorities warned about these state-linked attacks. Russia denies that it is spying on other countries.

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Who does Germany suspect attacked Signal accounts?

Germany suspects Russia attacked many Signal accounts.

What did hackers ask users to do?

Hackers asked users to enter a PIN or scan a QR code.

What did German and Dutch authorities warn about?

They warned about state-linked attacks.

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