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The hacker, who had taken control of the business partner's WhatsApp account, requested an immediate transfer of RM3,000, promising to return the money the next day. According to the Malaysian Computer Emergency Response Team , scammers have been exploiting WhatsApp, often posing as someone you know or a well-known person or entity.
Double-check requests: If you receive a request for money or sensitive information, especially if it’s urgent, always verify it by calling the person directly or using an alternative communication method.