WhatsApp

Cybersecurity researchers uncovered 28 fake Android apps on Google Play Store with over 7.3 million downloads that falsely promised call history access. Instead, the apps tricked users into subscriptions and generated fake data, leading to financial losses, mainly targeting users in India and APAC.

FBI and CISA warn of Russian-linked phishing attacks targeting WhatsApp and Signal users to steal accounts using fake support messages and verification code scams.

Maverick spreads via WhatsApp to steal bank credentials—learn about its tactics, links to Coyote, and defenses against messaging-based threats.

Landfall exploited Samsung flaw for zero-click spying—learn about the attack, targets, and urgent update needs to secure your device.

WhatsApp introduces passkey backups with biometrics—learn how it simplifies security, resists threats, and protects your chats from unauthorized access.

Learn how SIM Swap Fraud hijacks your number for banking theft—spot signs, follow prevention tips, and secure your digital identity today.

131 rebranded Chrome extensions spam Brazilian users via WhatsApp—learn about the violations, white-label model, and tips to avoid risky add-ons and protect your messaging.

APT group Mysterious Elephant exploits WhatsApp with custom malware for data theft—learn to patch vulnerabilities, monitor networks, and train against phishing to protect from these evolving cyber attacks.

Sophos exposes Maverick Menace, a self-spreading Android worm using WhatsApp ZIP lures to disable Defender/UAC, hijack sessions with Selenium, and deploy trojan for bank/crypto theft—hits 400+ environments; verify attachments and use behavioral antivirus to protect.

Zimperium exposes ClayRat spyware infecting Russian Android users via phishing sites and Telegram lures mimicking WhatsApp/TikTok—exfiltrates SMS, calls, photos; auto-sends to contacts. 600 samples detected; related African phone study reveals pre-installed app risks—update and scan devices now.