Understanding the Impact of Iran's Restoration of Access to WhatsApp and Google Play
On December 25, 2024, Iran announced the restoration of access to two major online platforms: WhatsApp and Google Play. This decision marks a significant shift, as previous restrictions were imposed under the guise of national security. Understanding the implications of…
Three Iranian Nationals Indicted for Hacking Trump Campaign
Recent developments have intensified discussions surrounding cybersecurity threats, particularly in the context of election integrity. Three Iranian nationals have been indicted by the U.S. Department of Justice for their alleged involvement in a sophisticated hacking campaign aimed at interfering with…
Iran-Linked Cyber Threat: Discovery of Backdoors in Middle East Critical Infrastructure
In a revealing report published by Mandiant on September 19, 2024, a sophisticated Iranian cyber unit, designated as UNC1860, has been implicated in establishing backdoors across critical infrastructure in the Middle East. This unit, affiliated with the country’s Ministry of…
