Iranian state hackers target journalists via Telegram
FBI warns Iranian-linked Handala and Homeland Justice use Telegram as C2 to target journalists, activists and dissidents. Malware targets Windows to steal files, capture screenshots, and intercept communications.
Iranian hackers claim breach of FBI director Kash Patel's personal email account | TechCrunch
Handala, a pro-Iranian hacking group allegedly working for Iran’s government, published emails it said were taken from the Gmail account of FBI director Kash Patel.
FBI: Iranian hackers targeting opponents with Telegram malware
Iranian government-connected groups are deploying malware via the Telegram messaging app, taking aim at dissidents and other opponents of Tehran around the world, the FBI said in an alert Friday.