Digital Warfare Podcast Daily Brief #122 June 30, 2026

The Digital Warfare Podcast · Jun 30, 2026 · 3m · transcript

Summary

Researchers have identified campaigns that hijack WhatsApp Web sessions by abusing the platform's legitimate linked-device feature. Victims are tricked into scanning malicious QR codes that authorize an attacker's browser, providing persistent access to messages, contacts, and conversations without breaking WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption. The campaign highlights the growing trend of attackers exploiting trusted workflows rather than software vulnerabilities.

Key Takeaways

• Attackers hijack WhatsApp Web sessions by abusing the legitimate linked-device feature.

• Victims unknowingly…