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Lebanon’s Internal Security Forces Alert Citizens To WhatsApp Hack Threats
Lebanon’s Internal Security Forces (ISF) warned people about a rise in WhatsApp scams. Hackers are targeting accounts, even those belonging to your friends or family, taking them over and sending fake group invite links to everyone in the contact list, pretending it’s a group with mutual friends.
OTP Tricks
Clicking these links can lead to scam pages asking for the verification code (OTP) sent by SMS. If you share it, the scammer can fully control your WhatsApp account.
What Scammers Do Next
Once they have access, scammers keep messaging your contacts in the same way. Sometimes, they even ask for money through local apps, pretending to be you or someone you know.
How to Stay Safe
To stay protected, don’t click on suspicious links—even from people you know. Never share your OTP with anyone. Always double-check money requests by calling the person directly. And make sure to activate WhatsApp’s two-step verification: go to Settings → Account → Two Step Verification, create a six-digit PIN, and optionally add an email for extra security.
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