Scammers are now using seemingly harmless image files sent via WhatsApp to install corrupt files on devices, providing access to sensitive data and potentially compromising bank accounts. Always exercise caution when downloading files from unknown numbers, even in the absence of suspicious links.

Threat Actors Using Weaponized SVG Files to Redirect Users to Malicious Websites
In 2025, phishing campaigns have adopted SVG files, which embed malicious JavaScript to redirect users to credential-harvesting sites. These versatile files evade traditional security measures,