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Counterfeit social apps may intercept SMS verification codes, then take over the user's WhatsApp account, sending scam messages to contacts or stealing private information.
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50%
Confidence
Medium-term (~90 days)
Relevance
10/16/2026
First Seen
Valid until: 1/14/2027
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