WhatsApp Unveils New Scam Alert Feature to Protect Users from Social Engineering Attacks
WhatsApp has introduced an optional Scam Alert feature that warns people when a message may be part of a scam. The tool works on the user’s device and is meant to help people spot increasingly convincing fake messages before they respond.
Who is at risk
Anyone who uses WhatsApp, especially people who receive messages from unknown numbers or are asked for money, personal details, or urgent action, is most at risk.
What to watch for
Watch for unexpected WhatsApp messages that create urgency, ask for money or account details, promise prizes, or pretend to be a friend, company, or official service.
What to do
Turn on WhatsApp’s Scam Alert feature if available, avoid replying to suspicious messages, and block or report any message that seems unusual or pressured.