Worrying alert for millions of WhatsApp users to ‘check settings immediately’ – The Sun

Hackers could even gain control of devices if updates are not installed Joshua Rom, Freelance Entertainment ReporterPublished: 15:51, 9 Apr 2025Updated: 17:01, 9 Apr 2025MILLIONS of WhatsApp users have been given a worrying alert to ‘check settings immediately’ or they will risk their texts being stolen. This will affect users who use the instant messaging service on their computers. 5WhatsApp has issued a warning to millions of potential users of the serviceCredit: Getty5This affects those using older versions off the app on a PC computerCredit: GettyIf you use an older version of WhatsApp on a Windows PC, then this news might come in handy. Users will need to update the platform, otherwise personal data might be at risk of being stolen. It was confirmed that a vulnerability has been found within the global chat service that could allow cyber crooks to execute something called an arbitrary code.The nasty attack from scammers is hidden within seemingly harmless attachments.READ MORE ON WHATSAPPIf an arbitrary code attack succeeds, hackers may gain unauthorised access to details and information. In particularly bad cases and worst case scenarios, they may even gain full control of devices. According to The Mirror, WhatsApp explained: “A spoofing issue in
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