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NewsAug 1, 2026

A New Wave of Phishing Attacks via Messaging Apps

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