Actor Vedhika alerts public after mother's phone hacked

Bollywood actor Vedhika has warned her followers about an ongoing scam targeting phone numbers through fraudulent calls and OTP requests. The actor revealed that her mother's phone number was compromised, putting her at risk of identity theft and financial fraud. She urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid sharing one-time passwords with anyone, even if callers claim to be from banks or official institutions. This incident highlights the rising trend of SIM swapping and phone number hijacking in India, where criminals exploit compromised numbers to access personal and financial information. Vedhika's warning serves as a timely reminder for citizens to strengthen their cybersecurity practices and report suspicious activity immediately. Source: The Times of India.