Alert note – Targeting instant messaging accounts (March 20, 2026)
CERT-FR observes a resurgence of attack campaigns targeting instant messaging accounts. These campaigns particularly target governmental sectors (political figures, administration executives) but also civil society personnel performing functions...
CSIRTS triage
- What
- There is a resurgence of attack campaigns targeting instant messaging accounts.
- Who is affected
- Governmental sectors and civil society personnel.
- Urgency
- Remediation is important to protect against ongoing targeted attacks.
- Action
- Increase awareness and implement security measures for instant messaging accounts.
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Details
Original advisory: https://www.cert.ssi.gouv.fr/alerte/CERTFR-2026-ALE-003/
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