GhostPairing Scam: WhatsApp Hacked Without Password or SIM Theft!

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Moneycontrol•20-12-2025, 12:09
GhostPairing Scam: WhatsApp Hacked Without Password or SIM Theft!
- •GhostPairing is a new WhatsApp scam exploiting the device-linking feature through social engineering, not traditional hacking.
- •Hackers trick users into linking a malicious device by sending a fake link from a known contact, leading to a deceptive 'verification' page.
- •Users unknowingly enter a WhatsApp pairing code on a fake site, granting attackers full access to their WhatsApp Web, including messages and media.
- •The victim's phone remains functional, making the hack difficult to detect, and the scam spreads rapidly via trusted contacts.
- •Protect yourself by regularly checking linked devices, enabling two-step verification, and being wary of suspicious links or pairing code requests.
Why It Matters: GhostPairing exploits human trust via legitimate features; stay vigilant to protect your WhatsApp.
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