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SafeChat- Fake Android Chat App used by hackers to target WhatsApp users in India

Hackers are exploiting WhatsApp users in South Asia, particularly in India, by using a fake Android chat app named 'SafeChat' to steal data through malicious payloads delivered via WhatsApp chat. The app's deceptive user interface tricks users into believing its authenticity while extracting crucial information before users realize it is a fake app. Image Source : PIXABAYWhatsApp Cyfirma reported that the APT group most likely operates within Indian territory based on its past and present targets, which include military establishments in Pakistan and individuals in Kashmir. Users are advised to only download apps from official app stores and to verify app permissions before granting access to sensitive data.

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