Hackers have found a way to quietly take over WhatsApp accounts without touching passwords, SMS codes, or the app’s ...

WhatsApp has become like our companion, next ‘click’ that helps us communicate in personal and professional settings. The ...

WhatsApp ghost pairing is a silent scam that lets attackers spy on chats and media using the app’s own linked devices feature ...

A cybersecurity company has warned of a new phishing scam targeting WhatsApp users, beginning with a message that appears ordinary from a trusted contact, but may end ...

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

A cybersecurity company has found a new method for taking over WhatsApp accounts that exploits the app's legal device-linking ...

Quishing is proving effective, too, with millions of people unknowingly opening malicious websites. In fact, 73% of Americans admit to scanning QR codes without checking if the source is legitimate.

While QR codes are convenient, they can also hide significant dangers. Many scammers now use them to trick people. Don't get caught out! When you scan a QR code, very little information appears on ...

Update, July 22, 2025: This story, originally published on July 20, has been updated with an expert counterpoint to the idea that it’s the delivery mechanism being what’s important in the latest ...