Security firms warn about a rise in WhatsApp-based scams, including fake offers, wrong links with malware, and social engineering messages that can lead to theft of credentials or funds worldwide.
Sophisticated AI tools (voice cloning, realistic videos) are being used to impersonate officials, family members, or trusted public figures. This increases the risk of people being tricked into sending money or sharing sensitive data.
A recent global report found:
Indians see 13 scam messages per day on average.
Many scams have no suspicious links and look ordinary.
Financial losses from scams are widespread and often quick.
Security firms warn about a rise in WhatsApp-based scams, including fake offers, wrong links with malware, and social engineering messages that can lead to theft of credentials or funds worldwide.
Bank of Baroda issued an advisory after senior citizens were targeted through fake messages and calls claiming benefits or renewals of pensioner cards to harvest personal and financial data.