WhatsApp Hacked Without Password or SIM: New 'GhostPairing' Scam Spreads via Trusted Contacts

• Cybersecurity firm Gen Digital uncovers 'GhostPairing', a new WhatsApp scam allowing full account takeover without password or SIM theft.
• Hackers send a link from a known contact, leading to a fake Facebook-like site asking for "verification" to view a photo.
• Users are tricked into entering a WhatsApp pairing code, unknowingly linking the hacker's browser via WhatsApp Web.
• Once linked, hackers gain full access to chats, media, and can send messages, while the user remains unaware.
• Protect yourself: regularly check 'Linked Devices', enable Two-Step Verification, and verify suspicious messages with contacts.

Why It Matters: Beware 'GhostPairing': a clever WhatsApp scam exploiting trust, not bugs. Stay vigilant and secure your account.