KARACHI: FIA has warned the public that there has been an increase in hacking of citizens’ WhatsApp accounts and cybercriminals are targeting women’s accounts in particular.
The Federal Investigation Agency has warned the public that there has been an increase in the number of hacked WhatsApp accounts of citizens in recent days, with initial reports that cybercriminals are targeting women’s WhatsApp accounts in particular. are
According to the FIA spokesperson, cybercriminals gain access to WhatsApp accounts of women and then exploit and blackmail them through their personal information including chats, photos and videos.
Cybercriminals are using advanced methods including phishing and social engineering to gain unauthorized access to WhatsApp accounts.
Phishing tactics often consist of deceptive messages that trick users into revealing personal information or clicking on malicious links.
According to FI, cyber-attacks mainly target female users, gaining access to their personal information, photos and conversations, then cybercriminals use the hacked accounts to publish inappropriate content and commit fraud. can do
FIA says you can keep your account safe by taking the following security measures:
Enable Two-Step Verification in WhatsApp Settings Two-step verification provides an extra layer of security that can help protect your account from unauthorized access.
Avoid opening messages or photos, videos or files sent from unrelated/stranger numbers. These messages can often contain spam links or files that can damage your mobile phone or gain access to your account.
Regularly review and update your WhatsApp privacy settings to limit access to your personal information.
If your WhatsApp account gets hacked, take the following steps immediately:
Contact FK Helpline 1991 immediately or visit the nearest FIA circle.
Contact WhatsApp Help to regain control of your account and implement appropriate security measures.
Report hacking of your account to your close friends, family members and co-workers to avoid any possible fraud.
