Phone app Mike Waltz was photographed using is investigating a hack | CNN Politics

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Summary of the Article

The article reports a cybersecurity incident affecting TeleMessage, a phone app used by Mike Waltz, former National Security Advisor under President Trump. TeleMessage, owned by Smarsh, has temporarily suspended its services to investigate the hack. The incident was first reported by 404 Media. The extent of the breach is currently unclear. A photo from a Cabinet meeting appeared to show Waltz using TeleMessage to communicate with Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio, amongst others, raising concerns about sensitive information compromise. Waltz's recent resignation to become UN Ambassador has added another layer of complexity to the situation.

Key points include:

  • TeleMessage, a messaging app used by Mike Waltz, experienced a cybersecurity incident.
  • The app temporarily suspended its services as a precaution.
  • A photo seemingly showed Waltz using the app during a Cabinet meeting, raising security concerns.
  • Waltz's recent departure from his post as National Security Advisor adds context to the situation.
  • Concerns have been raised by cyber security experts about the use of a foreign-built technology for government communications.
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