Executive Summary

WhatsApp has rolled out three new security features—passkey authentication, enhanced two‑factor authentication, and a new passkey‑based login—to help users safeguard their accounts. The updates require users to enable these options in settings, offering stronger protection against unauthorized access.

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Intelligence Metadata - Source Publisher: Malwarebytes Labs - Published Date: 2026-08-28T13:36:18+00:00 - Category: other

Original Description: WhatsApp has introduced three security upgrades. Here’s what to turn on to better protect your account.

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