WhatsApp joinable calls feature can increase risk of eavesdropping through cyberattack: Kaspersky

NEW DELHI: Instant messaging (IM) platform WhatsApp’s new ability to enable people to join a group call after it has already been started presents an increased risk of devices getting infected with trojan which will increase the risk of eavesdropping.

“…If a device is infected, it is highly likely that the Trojan will have the ability to record the device microphone and camera – enabling attackers to eavesdrop on any conversations, regardless of the communication channel used, be it an instant messenger or a regular call on a mobile phone,” said Victor Chebyshev, Lead Security Researcher at Kaspersky in a statement on Thursday