Zimbabweans face surge in WhatsApp hacks; hackers lock out users with malicious links.

WhatsApp users in Zimbabwe are facing a surge in cyberattacks where hackers hijack accounts through malicious links, often disguised as investment deals. Once inside, hackers lock out owners by enabling two-step verification. Experts suspect techniques like SIM cloning to maintain control. Users are advised to avoid unsolicited links, enable two-step verification, keep apps updated, use antivirus software, and contact providers if accounts are compromised.

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