WhatsApp Pink: The pink version of WhatsApp made headlines recently. In this, a link is shared with WhatsApp subscribers. Users are urged to download the WhatsApp Pink version from this link. It is said that WhatsApp Pink now has a tonne of new features. From users’ phones, this software steals personal information.
WhatsApp Pink Virus
Rajshekhar Rajaharia, a cyber security researcher, has reported this deceptive app multiple times. In addition, he provided some screenshots in this respect. The screenshot demonstrates how close the UI of this virus programme is to the original WhatsApp. The users’ personal information is collected in this in a variety of ways. Their credit card and debit card information might also be included here. Users may lose money as a result of this.
There are a variety of risks while using a customised version of WhatsApp. The software requests a variety of permissions from you after installation. It also requests permission to access the camera, storage, and contacts. These specifics might be abused.
How to be safe?
Users should not open any unidentified links detected on WhatsApp in order to avoid bogus and virus apps. Don’t forget to double-check any links you receive via WhatsApp on Google.
For your protection, only ever download new programmes from Google Play. Keep the Google Play Store’s safety scan function active. On WhatsApp, the forward label will be present if the message has been forwarded by someone. You may determine from this if your friend created the message or forwarded it.
Uninstall the app right away if you have installed it on your device.
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