Reports from late 2025 and early 2026 highlight an aggressive malware campaign, often referred to as or SORVEPOTEL , which uses ZIP files sent via WhatsApp to infect computers.

: You must manually request it via Settings > Account > Request account info .

There is only one common scenario where WhatsApp officially provides a ZIP file: .

Always ensure you are using the rather than third-party modifications, which are frequently used to distribute such threats.

: The message often encourages you to "download the zip on PC and open it" to view a receipt, budget, or important document.

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: You receive a message from a known contact (whose account has been compromised) with a ZIP file.