Hyderabad, Dec. 21 -- With an alarming number of rising cybercrime and online fraud cases, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB), on Sunday, issued an alert against Chrome Attack and WhatsApp Ghost Pairing, warning of loss of sensitive data and financial information.

What is Chrome Attack and WhatsApp Ghost Pairing

A Chrome Attack takes place when users visit malicious websites or click on links, allowing cybercrime attackers to steal stored data, such as bank credentials, stored in their Chrome browser.

Likewise, WhatsApp Ghost Pairing occurs when cybercriminals take over a user's WhatsApp account, without their knowledge, by sharing a verification code through fake messages or links. They can monitor the victim's chats, even as...