Thursday, 16 October 2025

How to spot a WhatsApp scam

There are reports of a resurgence in WhatsApp scam messages, which contain dodgy links that lead to malware being downloaded onto your device.

To help you stay protected, our experts have rounded up the most common scams you're likely to come across on WhatsApp, plus their tips on how to spot and report them.

Source: Which? (15 Oct 2025)

⚠️ Current UK Cyber Threat Landscape: Phishing Trends to Watch 2025 πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

While the classic "mailbox full" scam is still used, cybercriminals in the UK are using much more sophisticated tactics right now....