QuickCheck: Has a Cabinet Minister's WhatsApp account been hacked?
In the world of technology, security breaches are a constant threat even to those in high positions.
When a Cabinet Minister's WhatsApp account is compromised, it raises alarms about digital safety.
It has been claimed that the WhatsApp account of Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution has been hit by hackers.
Is this true?
VERDICT:
TRUE
In a statement, the Home Minister's Office confirmed that Saifuddin's account was hacked on Monday (May 26).
'This serious matter has been reported to the authorities for further action,' it said.
'In this regard, the public is reminded not to be deceived by calls or messages claiming to be from Saifuddin, especially if they involve financial matters or meeting appointments,' added the minister's office.
'The office deeply regrets the actions of these irresponsible hackers and hopes that the public will not be easily fooled by such scams,' it said.
'The public is also advised to be more aware of fraudulent syndicates through various social media applications and to report these hackers to the authorities,' it added.
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