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use this to create highly believable scams aimed at extracting money from your accounts. Privacy is one of the most important social media security issues, and users should be more careful about their personal information. Phishing Scams A phishing scam is one of the most common types of online scams, where scammers use social engineering to get the information they want. This type of social engineering involves an attacker sending a phony message to a human target in the hopes of obtaining sensitive information. In addition, the scam could also involve or deploy harmful software on the victim's infrastructure, such as ransomware. When using social media, you should always be wary of messages you receive, especially from people you don't know. Sometimes it could even appear to be someone you know sending a phishing message, either through a hacked account or a fake profile. Insecure Passwords Passwords are essential for keeping your accounts secure, and you should always make sure to use strong passwords no matter what kind of account it is. Using weak passwords is asking for trouble, as it means hackers can easily break into your account. Not only that, but you should also avoid reusing passwords on multiple accounts. You shouldn’t use the same password for your online banking and your Facebook account, for example. Single Layer Security Passwords aren't the only thing you should use to secure your account; many online sites also offer twofactor authentication or digital ID. This is where the site will send a code to your phone for you to use as well as your password. You should definitely set this up, as it means that even if hackers manage to crack your password, they won't be able to get access to your account. Outdated Apps Social media apps are constantly updated to remove bugs and exploits that make them vulnerable to social networking security threats. If you want your device to stay safe, make sure the app you're using is up to date, and if you're not sure, you can check to see if updates are available. Additionally, you can set the app to update automatically when new software patches are released. Cyber Defense eMagazine – December 2021 Edition 40 Copyright © 2021, Cyber Defense Magazine. All rights reserved worldwide.
Unsecure Mobile Networks When using social media on a mobile device, you should be careful about which networks you connect to. Using mobile data in the US is fine but connecting to open Wi-Fi networks is often a risk. When you connect to an unsecured mobile network, you could be opening your device up to malware and cyberattacks. Malware Links Malware links are rare on social media as they often get reported and taken down. However, you can still find plenty of examples of social media cyber-attacks through malware being spread over various platforms, particularly through private messages. If you don't know the person, never open the link and be very careful about what links you open in general. Tags and Locations Part of the fun of social media is tagging friends in photos and sharing your location. However, this can potentially put you at risk. Be careful about sharing your location online, especially as you never know who can see this information. Some people in the US have had their homes robbed after revealing their location on social media, and it can be a cybersecurity risk too. Poor Privacy Controls When using social media, you're in control over who gets to see the content that you share, but you do need to adjust the privacy settings to change this. Make sure you revisit this often to prevent people not connected to you from accessing your personal data and ensure proper data security. About the Author Alex Lysak is working in online marketing since 2011, his main areas of expertise are marketing research, social media marketing, and SEO. During 9+ years of experience, he has helped many products and startups to develop marketing strategies and to implement them further. Alex Lysak can be reached online at alexlysak.scanteam.pro@gmail.com or Twitter and at our company website https://scanteam.pro/ Cyber Defense eMagazine – December 2021 Edition 41 Copyright © 2021, Cyber Defense Magazine. All rights reserved worldwide.
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