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Critical Update – Whatsapp malware targets Indian Android Users -Attacking vectors PDF, DOC, XLS

Whatsapp malware targets Indian Android Users, a warning issued by Central security services.

This malware spreads through true looking word records sent by means of WhatsApp, which could then take delicate data from clients, including internet banking credentials and other Sensitive data.

Identified malicious WhatsApp messages

Hackers are taking advantage of two major associations in the district to trick clients to tap on the message attachment.

So for identified malicious WhatsApp messages contain names of major organizations in India

Behaviour and targeted Audience

Once downloaded, the corrupt files hack into the phone’s system and steal the user’s personal information, passwords, login accounts and banking data.

The primary focus of the malware has been the Indian defense, paramilitary and police forces.

Whatsapp has not commented about malware or security measures to prevent circulation.It’s unclear at this time what else this virus does on a phone or tablet.

Preventive Method

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