Harmful GIFs in WhatsApp: an expert explained how to protect yourself

Our expert warns about the dangers of GIF attachments in messengers such as WhatsApp.

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According to him, scammers use malicious GIFs disguised as harmless and pleasant images to deceive users. These files may contain malicious code or links to phishing sites that allow attackers to steal important information, such as passwords and credit card details.

The expert recommends installing reliable antivirus software and updating it regularly to protect against such threats.

Natasha Kumar

By Natasha Kumar

Natasha Kumar has been a reporter on the news desk since 2018. Before that she wrote about young adolescence and family dynamics for Styles and was the legal affairs correspondent for the Metro desk. Before joining The Times Hub, Natasha Kumar worked as a staff writer at the Village Voice and a freelancer for Newsday, The Wall Street Journal, GQ and Mirabella. To get in touch, contact me through my natasha@thetimeshub.in 1-800-268-7116