TeleMessage Takedown: Government’s ‘Secure’ Messaging App Fails Spectacularly in Hack Scandal
The Signal clone used by Mike Waltz has been hacked, exposing vulnerabilities in government communications. The app, TeleMessage, promised security with archiving but ironically ended up compromising it. Now, data linked to the Trump Administration and organizations like Customs and Border Protection has been exposed, highlighting the risks of using third-party apps for sensitive communication.
Hot Take:
Well, if you ever needed a reason to put down your phone during a meeting, this is it! It seems like Mike Waltz has achieved the rare feat of being both a former National Security Advisor and a walking cybersecurity cautionary tale. Forget about the usual suspects like Russian hackers or anonymous digital vigilantes, the real threat might just be a poorly timed selfie and a penchant for dodgy messaging apps. TeleMessage? More like Tele-Mess-Up!
Key Points:
- Mike Waltz was caught using TeleMessage, a Signal clone, during a government meeting.
- TeleMessage, which is supposed to offer secure communication with archiving, got hacked.
- Data breaches linked to government entities like CBP and companies like Coinbase were reported.
- The app has temporarily suspended services amid investigations.
- TeleMessage’s ties to Israel raise national security concerns.