Personal Data for Sale: Uncovering a Telegram Bot’s Privacy Breach

A disturbing discovery reveals a Telegram bot is allegedly selling the personal information of Indian users. The report, which follows from a tip, highlights the bot’s capability to provide detailed user profiles. Details include names, parental information, addresses, Aadhaar, PAN, and voter ID numbers. The bot operates on a subscription model, with plans priced from ₹99 to ₹4999. Upon purchase and submission of a mobile number, the bot provides a detailed profile within seconds. The user’s name, alternative phone number, address, and other important details are all revealed by this bot, which puts user’s privacy on the line.