Hackers On The Rise: Mumbai Police Warn Against Pink WhatsApp Scam
The Mumbai Police Department has issued a public warning about the growing potential of a Pink WhatsApp scam. Hackers are increasingly adopting this scam to prey on unwary users, and police are advising people to be cautious and take the required safeguards.
The?Mumbai Police Department issued a warning on Monday about a new hoax involving the popular instant messaging service WhatsApp. The warning comes after a national government caution stated that a 'New Pink Look WhatsApp with more features' is circulating on the popular messaging app, which could lead to smartphone hacking via malicious software.
"Fraudsters devise new tricks and methods to entice gullible users into falling into their trap and committing cyber fraud." It is up to users to be "Aware, Alert, and Attentive to these types of frauds to stay safe and secure in the digital world," according to the advice.
The Pink WhatsApp Scam Is On The Rise: Do Not Click The Link If You Don't Want To Lose Money
The Pink WhatsApp scam is a fraudulent technique in which users are sent a message with a link that promises to change the colour of their WhatsApp?interface to pink. Clicking on the link, on the other hand, takes them to a fraudulent website or asks them to download a malicious application.? ?
This scam aims to either steal critical personal information, such as passwords or financial information, from the victim's device or install malware on the victim's device.?The scam uses WhatsApp's ubiquity and users' interest to lure them into compromising their privacy and security. To avoid being a victim of this scam, it is critical to exercise vigilance and refrain from clicking on strange links or downloading unknown programs.
Here's What Happens If You Click The Pink WhatsApp Link
If such an app has already been downloaded, the?Mumbai?Police have encouraged users to uninstall it immediately. The police have warned people not to click on odd links or download anything from sources other than authorised play shops.
Meanwhile, fake WhatsApp calls and texts are on the rise. Many people have complained on Twitter about receiving unknown calls from overseas numbers beginning with +84, +62, +60, and others. Users should exercise caution when answering or responding to calls and texts from unfamiliar numbers.
Keeping Yourself Safe From Pink WhatsApp Scams
The police also explained how WhatsApp users should avoid falling victim to the popular Pink WhatsApp scam.?
- First and foremost, if you have downloaded the bogus program, remove it immediately. Uninstall WhatsApp by going to Settings > Apps > WhatsApp (pink logo) and uninstalling it.?
- Always be cautious and only click on links from unfamiliar sources if you have verified their legitimacy.?
- Apps should only be installed or updated via the official Google Play Store, iOS App Store, or trustworthy sources.
- Only forward links or messages to others with proper identification or verification.
- Avoid exchanging your personal or financial information, such as login credentials, passwords, credit or debit card numbers, and similar information, with anybody online, as this information might be exploited.
- Stay educated and cautious about cybercriminals' actions by staying up-to date with the latest news and updates to defend yourself from their attempts at fraud.
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