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Researchers Build WeChat Worm Hijacking Phones via Zero-Click Calls

Meet WeWorm, a powerful tool that can hijack WeChat accounts and take control of phones with just a single, zero-click call - and experts warn that AI has made building such threats faster and more accessible than ever. This alarming innovation can give attackers full control to read and send messages, make calls, and act on a victim's behalf.

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WeChat Flaw Enables Zero-Click Worm Propagation

A shocking security flaw in WeChat allows hackers to take over an account in seconds with just a phone call, no answer required, and spread a zero-click worm to contacts automatically. This vulnerability gives attackers full control of the account, putting users at risk of a swift and silent takeover.

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