Hackers targeting Indians with spoofed calls, Stay vigilant
Pakistani hackers are targeting Indian citizens. Security agencies have warned that beware of calls coming from Indian numbers like +91 7340921702. These calls can ask for sensitive information by posing as army or intelligence agency officials. Maintain digital security and don't share personal information on anonymous calls.
Wars extend beyond the battlefield; they require economic and psychological strategies to overcome adversaries. In the current digital era, digital warfare is also crucial. Following the Pahalgam attack, India took decisive military action against Pakistan. Additionally, the Indian government economically isolated Pakistan by halting all trade. However, it's now essential to guard against digital assaults from the enemy. This time, the threat is not aimed at military forces but at civilians through digital means. National security agencies have issued a significant alert, warning civilians, retired military personnel, and journalists.
The call originates from an Indian number
Security agencies have reported that there are suspicious phone calls targeting individuals in India, particularly journalists, ordinary citizens, and retired military officers. The callers claim to be officials from the Indian Army or intelligence agencies, engaging in conversations to extract operational or sensitive military information. If you receive a call from an Indian number such as +91 7340921702, do not be misled, as the actual number is concealed through spoofing technology.
Do not give information about Operation Vermilion
The person on the phone may inquire about subjects like Operation Sindoor. Keep in mind that legitimate officials never request such details over the phone. In addition to calls, questionable files, links, and videos are being distributed via WhatsApp and social media. Some of these files are named 'tasksche.exe' and are laden with viruses. They appear harmless but can extract all the data from your phone or computer.
Keep these things in mind:
Do not give out your identity or personal information on any unknown call.
Don't blindly trust the caller, no matter how trustworthy it seems.
If you have any suspicion on the call, immediately disconnect the phone and block the number.
Such calls must be reported to the nearest police station or cyber crime portal (https://cybercrime.gov.in).
Do not open any files or links coming from an unknown number.
Stay away from files like .apk or .exe.
Use a good antivirus in your mobile or computer.