A new malicious WhatsApp mod that also works on Telegram has been discovered by Kaspersky researchers. Kaspersky has detected a new WhatsApp mod that has a malicious spyware module that can steal information from the device. The spyware module is activated by a service and a broadcast receiver that are not present in the original WhatsApp app. The malicious mod is distributed through Telegram channels, some of which have nearly two million subscribers. Use reputable security software: Install and maintain a trusted antivirus and anti-malware software on your devices.

Source: Daily News Egypt November 12, 2023 04:51 UTC