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WhatsApp hacking scams on the rise, Kerala Police issues alert

Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 13 (UNI) Kerala Police has issued a public advisory following a surge in WhatsApp hacking cases across the state, warning that cybercriminals are misusing the messaging platform to impersonate users and extort money.
Officials said fraudsters typically pose as trusted contacts, send fake APK links, or trick unsuspecting users into sharing their One-Time Passwords (OTPs). Once access is gained, hackers log into the victim’s account from their own devices, often locking the genuine user out for up to 24 hours.
“During this period, the imposters send distress messages to the victim’s friends and relatives seeking urgent money transfers or circulate malicious links to trap more people,” police said.
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