Singapore Warns of Malware Spreading Through WhatsApp Accounts
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The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) has warned the public about malware campaigns that are spreading through WhatsApp. According to the agency's computer emergency response team, SingCERT, it has received several reports of malicious files being sent from compromised WhatsApp accounts.
Malware is harmful software that can damage devices or steal personal information. In these cases, criminals take control of a WhatsApp account and then send files to the contacts of the account holder. Because the message seems to come from a friend or family member, people may trust the file and open it without thinking carefully.
Users are advised to be careful when they receive unexpected files or links, even if the sender is someone they know. If a message seems unusual, people should contact the sender by another method, such as a phone call, to check whether the message is genuine. Users should also avoid downloading files from unknown sources and keep their apps and devices updated.
Anyone who receives a suspicious message or thinks their WhatsApp account has been compromised should report it to the authorities and take steps to secure their account. Members of the public can find more information and advice on the CSA website.
Sources: Cyber Security Agency of Singapore
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