Dozens Israeli Actors Targeted in Suspected Iranian Phishing Scam

Dozens of Israeli actors fell victim to a sophisticated phishing scam linked to Iran, in which hackers impersonated a famous film director to solicit personal information including ID cards, passports, and home addresses. The scam involved sending fake casting call emails that requested audition videos and private data, which the actors provided before receiving threatening messages attributed to Iranian sources. Israel’s National Cyber Directorate has traced the operation to Iran and warned those affected to replace their identification documents and report the incident to authorities. This cyberattack is part of a broader pattern of increased Iranian espionage and cyber aggression against Israel, including recent arrests of Israeli nationals suspected of spying for Tehran. The campaign reflects Tehran’s ongoing efforts to gather intelligence and recruit spies within Israel through deceptive and coercive tactics. Israeli officials continue to urge vigilance against such scams and recommend immediate reporting to the national cybersecurity hotline.