Iran’s new weapon against Israel: How a simple ‘exclusive’ could become an entry point for IRGC

Iran's suspected cyber operatives have found a quieter route into Israel, with journalists now being targeted through sophisticated phishing attempts, Israeli agencies say. Shin Bet and the National Cyber Directorate linked the campaign to Iranian intelligence, warning that attackers build trust through WhatsApp or Telegram before offering interviews, cooperation or exclusive material. Haaretz reporters were reportedly offered footage from the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, only to receive suspicious links designed to steal credentials. With confidential sources and security reporting potentially exposed, how deep could Iran's cyber operatives penetrate Israel?