Germany Accuses Russia of Being 'Likely' Responsible for Cyberattack on Signal

Berlin has pointed the finger directly at Moscow, asserting that Russia is "likely" behind the persistent cyberattacks that have compromised the Signal messaging service. This accusation comes after a significant number of German politicians, diplomats, military personnel, and journalists discovered their communications had been hacked since February.

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The federal government assumes that the phishing campaign targeting the Signal messaging service was likely driven from Russia.

The German federal prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into "suspicion of espionage," a move that underscores the gravity of the situation. While the government has not officially confirmed Russia's involvement until now, officials within parliamentary control committees have openly voiced their suspicions, adding weight to Berlin's claims.

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The scale of the recent Signal hack, as known at this stage, is extremely worrying.

This incident is particularly significant given Germany's role as a primary supplier of military aid to Ukraine. The accusations of Russian cyber warfare, espionage, and sabotage against Germany have been ongoing for years, though the Kremlin consistently denies these allegations. The scale of the recent Signal breach, as currently understood, is described as "extremely worrying" by security experts, raising serious questions about the integrity of communications for affected individuals.

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One must expect that the actual number of affected people will continue to increase in the coming days.

From the perspective of Le Figaro, this escalation in cyber conflict highlights the deep-seated tensions between Germany and Russia. While Western media often focuses on the geopolitical implications, the German stance, as a nation directly targeted and a key player in supporting Ukraine, carries a particular weight. The repeated nature of these attacks, coupled with Germany's robust response, signals a hardening of positions and a growing distrust that extends beyond the immediate conflict. The emphasis on the "extremely preoccupying" scale of the breach and the potential for further victims underscores the real and present danger posed by state-sponsored cyber operations.

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It is necessary to call for increased public awareness from the intelligence services and the police.