Video calls on WhatsApp
Users of WhatsApp can't seem to let their guard down for a moment. And it is that, if it were not enough with the hoaxes that run through group conversations and the scamsLike those suffered by the imminent arrival of WhatsApp calls, a new threat arises from the rumors of his alleged upcoming feature: video calls A new scam that seeks to gain sensitive user information to spam and abuse less cautious users.
The latest rumors suggest that WhatsApp is working on the introduction of video calls In other words, being able to exchange live images and sounds with other contacts, for free and from anywhere. Something that, at the moment, has not been confirmed by the company, although it would be the next logical step to take after the free calls. In any case, a function that is not available in WhatsApp and that some cybercriminals are using to perpetrate their misdeeds
Thus, a new batch of messages is beginning to travel the chats of WhatsApp prompting users to access a web page to activate the video calling functionError This page takes advantage of the phishing technique or the imitation of an official WhatsApp page to collect user data. It is www.WhatsAppcalling.co , which is still active even though the Google Chrome browser blocks it and prevents users from accessing it.
In it you are invited to enter the user's data such as your telephone number Also to add to ten friends more to create groups and activate video calls for everyone. A mere ploy to get hold of a database of phone numbers to whom you esend and other forms of spamthat can jeopardize your privacy, or even with other types of attacks.
Despite the fact that the website is already recognized as phising, its access is still available, which could be a danger to users less cautious.That is why you have to understand that WhatsApp does not have video calls nor is there any way to activate them It is a scam that exists to avoid Therefore, if you receive any message with the address mentioned above, it is best to ignore it, and avoid sharing so that the hoax does not continue running between users. Of course, you do not have to enter the website or enter user data.
The functions of WhatsApp are always carried out through the application itself, so you have to be suspicious of external services However, it seems that scams and hoaxes are a scourge of which this application of courier cannot be released. And it is that with fame also come dangers and those who want to take advantage of the ignorance of users. A scam that, of course, will not be the last to try take advantage of the name and fame of WhatsAppMeanwhile, common sense and caution are the best bets for users.
