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If you use WhatsApp then this information is useful for you. A blurred image scam on WhatsApp is going viral. In this scam, scamsters are cheating using blurred photographs. How dangerous can it be for you? It is very important to know about it. The number of digital fraud is increasing. Due to this, people are facing problems. Technology also creates as simple as difficulties.
A new scam on WhatsApp
Nowadays a new scam has emerged on WhatsApp. It is being called a blur image scam. This scam has been designed to cheat people very cleverly. In which cyber thugs take advantage of your feelings and curiosity. As soon as the blurred image appears on your WhatsApp, the whole game starts. It only ends with your phone being hacked or emptying your bank account. How is this scam? How to protect yourself from becoming a victim? It is important to know about it.
How does a blur image scam works?
In this scam, you are sent a blurred photo on WhatsApp from an unknown number. There is a caption on the photo that increases the curiosity to see it. Are you in this photo? Look, I have found an old picture of you! Click and see who is there? After reading such a line, you will not be able to stop yourself from clicking on that photo. But your one click can make you bankrupt. When you click on a photo or try to open it, you are sent to a link. This link takes you to a fake website, where you are asked for your personal information, OTP or bank details. In some cases, this link may also put viruses or malware in your phone.
What loss can be done?
Your bank account may be empty. Your social media account can be hacked. Your personal information can be stolen and your mobile can be infected with virus or spyware.
How to protect yourself from this?
Avoid clicking on the photo or link obtained from unknown numbers. Strengthen WhatsApp privacy settings. Turn on two-step verification on your WhatsApp. Additionally, install the anti-virus app in your phone. If you have accidentally clicked the password, change it immediately and inform the bank.