CTM360 Exposes a Global WhatsApp Hijacking Campaign: HackOnChat
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Actively Exploited
Summary
CTM360 has uncovered a global campaign, HackOnChat, that is hijacking WhatsApp accounts through deceptive authentication portals and social engineering tactics. This rapidly expanding threat poses a significant risk to users worldwide, as it exploits familiar web interfaces to compromise accounts.
Impact
In the Wild
Yes
Timeline
Newly disclosed
Remediation
Users should be cautious of suspicious links and authenticate directly through official WhatsApp channels. Regularly updating security settings and enabling two-factor authentication is recommended.