FACEBOOK users have been warned that scammers are posing as friends to try and hack into accounts.
Seemingly innocuous messages could actually be from compromised accounts, containing links sent by hackers to gain control of your accound, cybersecurity experts have warned.
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Hackers will send out different Facebook messages in attempts of gaining access to someone’s account.
Social media users should be cautious when interacting with people on the platform.
Receiving messages like: “I can’t log into my Facebook. Can you help me get a code so I can log on?”, are a reason for concern.
The goal of sending these messages are so hackers can prompt you to click on a link, or send them a code so they can get access the account to lock you out, according to Mineral Daily News-Tribune.
Once they gain access to your account, they will message your friends to try and pull the same trick with them.
If you get these messages from a Facebook friend and it raises your suspicions, call them on the phone to see if there is any legitimacy to their message.
Once hackers get access to your account, they can also make posts on your page to lure more victims in.
These could encourage your followers to click a suspicious link, or send money to the scammers.
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Hacked accounts may start posting about things they have for sale. This is another scam to take money from you.
To avoid falling for this scheme, there are a variety of ways to keep your account safe and secure.
Social media users should also be skeptical of any rental adds they may see on the Facebook marketplace. If the price seems too good, it probably is.
You should also make sure that your password is secure.
First and foremost, make sure your passwords aren’t easy to guess and don’t feature any personal information.
Be sure to also set up two-factor authentication so you get alerts of any suspicious login attempts on your account.
Another tip is to not use your Facebook log-in on a device that you don’t normally use, and to log out when you have finished.
Facebook allows you to choose trusted contacts to help assist in your account recovery if it does become compromised.
It’s also advised to choice strong passwords for these accounts and change them often.
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