WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging platforms in the world with over 2 billion users. Thanks to its massive user base, it has also become a breeding ground for scammers and hackers involved in malicious activities. Now, according to a recent report, a WhatsApp scam that enables an attacker to take control of a user’s WhatsApp account is currently in operation. Check out the details below right now!
According to a recent report by Gizchina, citing cybersecurity firm CloudSEK, a new scam currently targeting random WhatsApp users lets an attacker completely take control of their WhatsApp account with only a phone call. Once an attacker takes hold of a WhatsApp account, they can demand money from the user’s WhatsApp contacts.
As for how to prevent this scam, there is currently no other way than to avoid unknown WhatsApp calls. As a user, you should also always be aware of these scams and let other users in your fraternity know about them. So, we suggest you share this news with your peers and family to let them know about the new WhatsApp scam and warn them to not entertain unknown calls.
