Device-level protection plays a key role as well. Users should enable app lock and chat lock to prevent unauthorised access, especially if the phone is lost or borrowed. Using fingerprint unlock, Face ...

GhostPairing, a new deceptive WhatsApp scam, exploits device linking to seize control of users' accounts without needing ...

A new and dangerous scam is targeting WhatsApp users by misusing the app’s device-linking feature. Cybersecurity experts have ...

GhostPairing is a sophisticated social engineering attack that abuses WhatsApp's legitimate multi-device linking functionality. Malicious actors trick users into unknowingly pairing an attacker's ...

We learned a few months ago that Meta was looking to upgrade WhatsApp security by adding support for email verification to the app. This feature allows users to easily and safely verify their WhatsApp ...

Ghost pairing exploits WhatsApp's Linked Devices feature, which allows users to access their account on multiple devices.

WhatsApp is today making its new two-step verification feature available to all. Once enabled, WhatsApp will require you to enter a six-digit passcode when you attempt to verify your phone number.

New social engineering attack tricks you into giving away access to your own account. Here’s what you need to know and do.

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WhatsApp is now allowing users to verify their accounts using an email address in addition to a phone number. This new option is particularly useful for times when cellular coverage is poor or ...