Christmas WhatsApp Scam Alert: Tapping Link Can Empty Your Bank Account!

• Cybercrime units warn of widespread WhatsApp fraud during Christmas 2025, using gift offers and rewards.
• Scam messages often come from hacked trusted contacts, leading users to click malicious links without thinking.
• Clicking links leads to fake websites or installs malware, stealing bank details and emptying accounts in minutes.
• Scammers target festivals as people are relaxed and less vigilant, using urgent messages to pressure quick action.
• Verify links, never share bank details/OTP, enable 2FA; report fraud immediately to bank and National Cybercrime Helpline 1930.

Why It Matters: Beware Christmas WhatsApp gift scams; clicking malicious links can lead to financial fraud.