Beware of the WhatsApp scam that offers free internet

The Internet User Security Office (OSI) has detected a scam that offers users free Internet via WhatsApp. Obviously it is all a trap, but there are many users who have fallen into the networks of these cyber criminals.

This scam has circulated on WhatsApp and other social networks, so be very careful about falling. What happens is that we get a message about a supposed official WhatsApp promotion that offers free Internet without WiFi. It is something like an advertisement that promises free Internet to WhatsApp users… but for this you will have to share the message with 13 contacts or in 5 groups.

Beware of the WhatsApp scam that offers free Internet

Where's the trap?

They want to steal your personal data. The victim is redirected to a website where she is asked to enter her personal data to activate this free Internet service. Although you are not actually activating the Internet for free, what you are doing is giving your data to complete strangers… in addition to installing malware on your smartphone.

What do I do if I receive this message?

Delete it. Do not send it to anyone. Do not enter your phone number because it is not a registration in the free Internet service, it is a scam. The best thing you can do if you have fallen into the trap is to call your operator to unsubscribe from the premium SMS service to which they have probably subscribed after entering your number. Cancel it as soon as possible to avoid scares on the invoice.

Another scam among many that stalk WhatsApp and other social networks. Beware of falling into the trap. Be suspicious of this type of chain, especially if they send you to strange websites to enter your data and your phone number. Don't give your number to anyone!

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