NewsAug 1, 2026
A New Wave of Phishing Attacks via Messaging Apps

We're tracking a rise in phishing links distributed through messaging apps rather than email this quarter.
What's different this time
Attackers are using shortened links and urgency-based messaging to bypass user skepticism.
How to protect yourself
Use a security suite with link-scanning enabled, and verify unexpected messages through a second channel before clicking.
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Written by
Daniel Osei · Mobile Security Researcher