Russian hackers tried hijacking Signal accounts but an investigator turned the tables

They targeted a spyware researcher who tracks their moves

Likely Russian government hackers attempted to compromise a security researcher known for investigating spyware attacks, including efforts to hijack Signal accounts. Instead of being taken by surprise, the researcher reversed the intrusion and uncovered new details about the hackers’ espionage campaign. The case highlights how sophisticated targeting can extend beyond victims to the investigators studying them.