WhatsApp Scam Hijacks Accounts via Linked Devices Feature

R Rakesh Meena Published Aug 4, 2026 · 20:00 · 1 min read Infosecurity Magazine

WhatsApp scam abused the Linked devices feature to hijack accounts without stealing any passwords

Rakesh Meena — Rakesh tracks CVEs, zero-days, and exploit disclosures as they break, translating advisories into plain-language impact analysis. Background in vulnerability research, follows NVD and vendor bulletins closely.

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