WhatsApp device linking abused in account hijacking attacks Threat actors are abusing the legitimate device-linking feature to hijack WhatsApp accounts via pairing codes in a campaign dubbed GhostPairing.

👉 WhatsApp device linking is being abused to hijack accounts — attackers don’t need malware, just a moment of trust. Secure linking is the new frontline. 📱🔓 #SocialMediaSecurity #IdentityAbuse