New Year 2026 WhatsApp Scam: Click Malicious Greetings, Lose Your Data!

• Hackers exploit New Year 2026 greetings via WhatsApp and Telegram to infiltrate devices.
• Malicious messages contain an APK file that installs malware on Android phones.
• Malware tracks activities, decodes passwords, and can empty bank accounts.
• Hacked accounts spread the scam to contacts, creating a massive chain reaction.
• Hyderabad Police and Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) warn users to enable two-factor authentication and avoid unknown links.

Why It Matters: Beware of New Year greetings from unknown sources; clicking them can lead to phone hacking and data theft.