CyberNews reports that the phone numbers of approximately 500 million WhatsApp users were exposed in a data breach and are now being sold on a well-known hacking forum.
The database includes information from 84 countries, including approximately 60 lakh records from India. The leaked database is for sale for $7,000.
If you're wondering what someone can do with stolen WhatsApp user information, it's used to commit online scams. Users are frequently prompted to click a link or submit their credit card information, both of which could cost them money.
Despite the fact that there's no sure shot way to determine whether or not your WhatsApp number has been compromised, it's always a good idea to stay away from clicking on dubious links.
If you receive such a link on your device, don't click on it until you are positive that it is from a reliable source.
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