WhatsApp photo scam: How hackers are stealing your money through photos and ways to stay safe

Scammers have taken their tricks on WhatsApp to a more dangerous level. Moving past the usual fake links, OTP frauds, and impersonation threats, a newly discovered scam now involves images that appear normal but are embedded with harmful malware. These infected files can be used to steal your personal information without your knowledge. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself from this emerging threat.