Trump Official’s App Hack Exposes Classified Leaks, National Security Risks
Following a reported hack of TeleMessage, an encrypted messaging app used by former National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, the service has been temporarily suspended. While the hacker did not access Waltz’s messages, the breach raises concerns about the app’s security, especially given its use by high-ranking government officials. The breach compromised messages sent via various platforms integrated into TeleMessage, including Signal, WhatsApp, Telegram, and WeChat. Smarsh, the app’s operator, is investigating the incident with the assistance of an external cybersecurity firm.
John Q. Hosedrinker