Clicked on a 17 Minute Viral Video? It Might Be the ‘Teh Pucuk’ Malware Trap
A trend circulating on TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Twitter has prompted a cybersecurity alert today. Experts have identified the so-called 17 Minute Viral video (also known as “Teh Pucuk”) as not being leaked material, but rather a “Ghost File”, a scam that is designed to compromise mobile devices and steal data.
A short video, about 1 minute and 50 seconds, featured a woman in bed with a jasmine-flavored tea bottle. Social media users are searching for the full 17 minute viral video. This extended version is fake and was created by cybercriminals to lure users into clicking on malicious links.
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The danger behind the link
Authorities warn that thousands of people are falling into a phishing scam when they search for the Viral 17 Minute Video. Users are often directed to dangerous websites when they click links that promise the entire video.
These links carry the following risks:
- Fraudulent Pages: Faux login pages that mimic social media platforms and are designed to steal passwords and usernames.
- Spyware and Malware: Download buttons that secretly install spy software on Android devices and iOS devices.
- Redirects to gambling websites: Forcible redirection of users towards illegal online gambling sites, such as Judol (Judol), that are major targets in the current law enforcement.
University Denies involvement
Initially, rumors spread that suggested the woman featured in the video studied at the University of Mataram. The university released an official statement on February 15. The university confirmed that the video was not related to any of its students and asked the public to refrain from spreading false information that could harm the institution’s reputation.
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Safety Advice and Verdict
Digital safety experts agree that the Viral Video, which is 17 minutes long, is clearly malware baiting. The short video clip is real, but the promised longer version was a fake used to help with cybercrime.
Internet users should:
- Don’t Search: You should not type “Teh Pucuk 17 Menit” in search engines.
- Don’t click: You should not open Telegram links or Terabox from unidentified accounts in X or TikTok.
- Report this: Use the platform reporting tools to identify accounts that share these suspect links.
