Mumbai, April 9: The WhatsApp image scam is a new form of cybercrime in which scammers send an image file via WhatsApp, often from an unknown number. When the recipient downloads or opens the image, it secretly installs malware on their device. This malware can access banking apps and passwords or even take control of the device, leading to major financial losses. Let’s know more about this WhatsApp image scam.
Recently, in a shocking case from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, a man lost nearly INR 2 lakh after downloading an image sent to him on WhatsApp by an unknown number. The incident has raised serious concerns about a new wave of cyber scams, where even a single image can lead to massive financial fraud. What is a Work-From-Home Scam? Know How to Spot and Avoid This Remote Job Fraud?
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