US offers $10m bounty on Russian linked Signal/WhatsApp phishers

THE U.S. State Department is offering up to $10 million for information on UNC5792, a Russian-linked group involved in phishing campaigns targeting Signal and WhatsApp accounts of U.S. officials and allies. The group utilized social engineering tactics to exploit device-linking features, compromising thousands of accounts without breaching encryption. Associated with Russia’s FSB Border Guards, UNC5792's actions are under investigation, with a focus on their infrastructure and funding. Citizens are advised to enhance security on messaging platforms and report suspicious activities.