Russian state-linked hackers, identified as 'Star Blizzard', are targeting WhatsApp accounts of government ministers and officials globally. This new tactic involves phishing attempts through emails that impersonate U.S. government officials, inviting recipients to join user groups on the messaging platform. Microsoft has issued alerts regarding this global campaign, which also employs malicious QR codes to steal data. The attacks are part of a broader trend of cyber threats aimed at high-ranking officials, with various reports confirming the ongoing efforts to breach the security of these accounts. The FBI has also warned its agents about potential call log thefts related to this hacking activity.