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UAE Cybersecurity Council Issues Warning on Zero-Day WhatsApp Attack

UAE Cybersecurity Council Issues Warning on Zero-Day WhatsApp Attack

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned of a zero-day attack that can compromise smartphones via a single WhatsApp call from an unknown number. This type of attack exploits undiscovered vulnerabilities, allowing hackers to access user information without their knowledge. Residents are advised to block unknown calls, enable two-step verification, and keep their WhatsApp updated.

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