A message like this coming up on WhatsApp can empty your bank account. Cybercriminals have come up with a new way to deceive users. According to reports, people are deceived by sending a message on an unknown number on WhatsApp saying "Sorry, who are you".
WABetaInfo has reported this scam. This fraudulent hacker uses a VoIP number that is banned on WhatsApp and targets many.
A message is sent to the intended Savja and asked Sorry, who are you? I found you in my address book (Sorry, who are you? Your number was in my contact list.)
Chatting gets information about your name, job, age, etc. from you. They also appreciate you for gaining your trust.
Hackers then collect more of your information through Facebook and Instagram profiles. This makes it easier to make money. Although this method is old, many people get involved in it.
You are then shown an edited photo or other private photo to blackmail you. You are threatened to send such a photo to your relatives and you will be asked to pay. Paying doesn't stop blackmailing.
Ignoring strangers' messages, not sharing private information with anyone, and setting your photo or other information only for people you know will not be to your advantage.
