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Iranian Cyber Group Targets Israeli Journalists with Phishing

6/26/2025

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The Iranian cyber threat group Educated Manticore is ramping up its spear-phishing attacks on Israeli journalists and cybersecurity experts, exploiting rising tensions. By masquerading as trusted professionals, they lure victims to counterfeit login pages, stealing valuable credentials. Their evolving tactics pose a serious risk to Israel's sensitive information and security landscape.

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Story summary

The Iranian cyber threat group Educated Manticore is ramping up its spear-phishing attacks on Israeli journalists and cybersecurity experts, exploiting rising tensions. By masquerading as trusted professionals, they lure victims to counterfeit login pages, stealing valuable credentials. Their evolving tactics pose a serious risk to Israel's sensitive information and security landscape.