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Israel Investigates Intimidating SMS Threats Linked to Iran

1/4/2026

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Story summary

Israeli recipients have received intimidating SMS messages allegedly from Iran, with the sender's identity and whether they stem from a breached database unclear.
The National Cyber Authority is aware of the situation and is actively investigating the matter.
The investigation is ongoing to determine the sender and any data-breach link.

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Story summary

Israeli recipients have received intimidating SMS messages allegedly from Iran, with the sender's identity and whether they stem from a breached database unclear.
The National Cyber Authority is aware of the situation and is actively investigating the matter.
The investigation is ongoing to determine the sender and any data-breach link.