The Indian government has issued a significant cybersecurity advisory urging citizens to avoid using WhatsApp Web on office computers and laptops, highlighting serious privacy and security risks that could expose personal information to employers and cybercriminals.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) released this public advisory through its Information Security Awareness (ISEA) team, warning that while accessing WhatsApp Web on office devices may seem convenient, it creates substantial cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The government describes the practice as a “major cybersecurity mistake” that could lead to unauthorized access to personal conversations, files, and login credentials.
According to the advisory, IT administrators and company systems can gain access to private WhatsApp conversations through multiple pathways, including screen-monitoring software, malware infections, and browser hijacking tools. The government warns that many organizations now view WhatsApp Web as a potential security risk that could serve as a gateway for malware and phishing attacks, potentially compromising entire corporate networks.
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