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WhatsApp users beware! Government has issued a security alert, ignoring it can be costly

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WhatsApp Users Alert: CERT-IN has issued a special security alert for WhatsApp users. It is very important for everyone to know this. If ignored, the problem can increase for you.

WhatsApp Users Alert: WhatsApp, the world's most famous instant messaging app, keeps releasing various features keeping in mind the security of the users. Apart from WhatsApp, the Indian government also keeps a special eye on the security of the people. Cyber security related alerts are issued by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, which comes under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. CERT-IN has issued a security alert to Indian WhatsApp users.

High-security warning

CERT-IN has issued a high-security warning for WhatsApp users. According to the government, there are some flaws in WhatsApp which can have a bad effect on the security of the users. Therefore, CERT-In has warned some users and alerted them, and also asked them to take care of some things.

These WhatsApp users are at risk

According to the Indian government, some WhatsApp users may be at risk. In such a situation, it is very important to take care of some things. Hackers can take advantage of some security flaws in WhatsApp. They can also steal personal data. Those WhatsApp users who are using desktop app on PC or laptop need to be cautious. There is a risk of users' data being stolen by installing desktop app on PC.

What to do to avoid WhatsApp's security flaws?

To avoid WhatsApp's security flaws, it is important to update the app immediately. The flaws can be fixed through new updates. Do not send messages to unknown people. Do not respond to messages from any unknown number. Ignore and block that number.

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