Mulamwah Devastated After WhatsApp Gets Hacked While in China
Kenyan comedian Mulamwah has found himself in a predicament after falling victim to a malicious hacking incident while on tour in China with fellow content creators. In an alarming move, Mulamwah revealed that his WhatsApp account had been compromised, and someone was using it to solicit money from his friends and acquaintances.
A Desperate Cry for Caution
Through various social media platforms, Mulamwah warned his friends, colleagues, and fans about the incident, cautioning them not to respond to anyone who reached out with a request for money through his number. He urged everyone to exercise extreme vigilance, emphasizing that even if he attempted to stop the hacker from accessing his account, the malicious entity continued to use it to target unsuspecting individuals.
A Hacker's Dirty Tricks
The comedian stated that the impostor had also managed to gain access to Mulamwah's phone number on another device. This presented a significant challenge for him in regaining control over his account, as he was unable to utilize local service providers' assistance while abroad. The incident left Mulamwah feeling irritated and frustrated.
A Call to Action: Protect Yourself
Mulamwah is now working diligently to secure his account and prevent further damage. To safeguard oneself from similar attacks, cybersecurity experts recommend activating two-factor verification on WhatsApp accounts and frequently changing passwords.
Be Cautious of Scammers' Tactics
Scammers often employ deceitful tactics to deceive their victims by pretending to be trustworthy connections and soliciting money immediately after establishing a connection. It is essential for people to be aware of these tactics in order to avoid falling prey.
A Warning from Mulamwah
Mulamwah's account hack has put a damper on his vacation, as he must now devote time ensuring that friends and business associates back home are not deceived into thinking they are the ones being scammed. This event serves as a strong warning for everyone to be cautious of their online interactions.
Netizens React
When this incident was brought up, some netizens responded with shock and dismay, while others vowed to take action against those who had been deceived by Mulamwah's account hack. The full scope of the reaction is captured in the following quotes:
* "This is really unfortunate." - Thee Pluto * "I will sue him if he did that" - A netizen
Mulamwah Leaked Chats with Emiliana
In an additional incident, Mulamwah leaked chats with his friend Emiliana while traveling in China. It was revealed earlier than expected that they were not romantically involved, and during this time, he shared some photos of himself with a Tanzanian woman.
Stay Safe Online
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Patricia Tonui
Editorial Team Member
Patricia Tonui is a seasoned journalist and entertainment editor at TUKO.co.ke. She graduated from The University of Nairobi's Broadcast Journalism program in 2022 and has two years of experience working in digital media, most recently at mpasho.co.ke. Patricia joined Tuko.co.ke in 2022.
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