Be Careful There Is WhatsApp Pink, Its Contents Are Malware

Pink whatsapp illustration (gizmochina)

JAKARTA - As a popular instant messaging application, WhatsApp certainly has many modified versions that are in great demand. However, did you know that some of them may contain malware.

Not long ago, social media was shocked by the appearance of WhatsApp in pink. But unlike its beautiful color, the instant messaging service actually brings disaster to its users because there are dangerous viruses that target users.

This was reinforced by a statement by security researcher Rajshekhar Rajaharia who also shared screenshots of the app, similar to the original version. In the description, WhatsApp Pink will provide an enhanced version with additional features. According to Rajaharia, this is actually a trap that might tempt users.

Links to download WhatsApp Pink are also widely distributed via WhatsApp. When clicked, the user's cellphone will be infected with a virus.

The mode is, the user will be asked to register and fill in the login information for the WhatsApp account. Rajaharia said, once a user registers, his personal data is no longer safe.

"Beware of WhatsApp Pink! The virus is spreading in the WhatsApp group with an APK download link. Don't click on any link with the name WhatsApp Pink. Complete access to the cellphone will be lost," said Rajaharia.

Keep in mind, WhatsApp never launched the Pink version. However, if you are already tempted by WhatsApp Pink, you can do the following tips, quoted from Gizchina.

1. Disconnect from WhatsApp Web

If you have downloaded WhatsApp Pink and happen to have connected it to WhatsApp Web, immediately disconnect the WhatsApp account on the WhatsApp Web device. This step must be done before you delete applications on the smartphone.

2. Delete WhatsApp Pink

Make sure to log out the account before uninstalling. Apart from that, also delete any leftover app data from the file cleaner.

3. Clear Browser Cache

By clearing the cache in the browser, not a single trace of the application is left. This can be done via the app's settings or from the browser itself.

4. Remove Malware Applications

If you have an application containing malware, it will automatically download other malware applications. Therefore, you need to check your phone for apps that download themselves. The way to see it, is open the Application Management, not in the app store. If there is, you should immediately delete the application.