*Police Alert - New Phishing Scam on WhatsApp*
• When using online search engines, the query “WhatsApp Web” may produce returns that include links to fake websites.
• When victims click to access a fake website and scan the QR code provided, this allows a scammer to log into the victim’s WhatsApp account from a new linked device.
• Scammers then impersonate victims & ask the victims’ contacts for transfer of monies or personal/banking details.
1️⃣ *ADD* security to your use of WhatsApp by enabling the ‘Two-Step Verification’ feature. Activate your notifications to be alerted to changes to linked devices.
2️⃣ *CHECK* that you are using the official WhatsApp Web website - https://web.whatsapp.com. Check your “Settings” for unauthorised linked devices. Be wary of unusual requests from your contacts whose accounts may be compromised.
3️⃣ *TELL* and report fraudulent transactions to your bank and Police immediately.
🔹 Read more:
go.gov.sg/spfpr131123
go.gov.sg/spfpr271023
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