The latest Facebook scam preys on users’ fear of having their account disabled.
It uses fake emails and links, to trick them into giving away their login credentials.
This blog post will help you recognize the signs of this scam, so that you can stay safe, and protect your account from hackers.
Read on to learn how this scam works, and what steps you can take to avoid falling victim!
How Does the Facebook Scam Work?
Scammers are trying to trick you into giving away your personal information by sending fake emails, claiming to be from Facebook.
The email may say that your account has been disabled, and if you don’t act immediately, it will be deleted permanently.
The fake email includes a link that appears to lead to Facebook’s website. But when you look closer, the link is not connected to Facebook.
If you click it, you will likely be taken to an official-looking form, asking for your details, like your name and Facebook password.
This is what scammers want so that they can hack your account!
Don’t fall for it!
Why Would Hackers Want My Facebook Account?
Hackers try to get into people’s Facebook accounts for different reasons.
They might have a personal gripe with you, and want to look at your messages, or post something malicious under your name.
Hackers also can lie and trick your friends into clicking on malicious links, so that they can hack them too.
Also, they can sometimes get information from accounts like your mother’s maiden name, the street you grew up on, or your first pet’s name.
This information could help them with security questions to steal your identity.
Finally, since many people use the same password on multiple accounts, the hackers will try to use the same password to log into your other accounts.
Tips to Avoid the Facebook Scam
To stay safe and protect your Facebook account from hackers, you should keep some important tips in mind.
First, don’t panic if you get an email that says your account has been shut down.
A lot of scammers try to target accounts on social media, so these fake alerts are more common than you think.
Before doing anything else, double-check the claims made in the email by logging into your Facebook account directly.
When accessing your account, it’s important that you go directly to the official website or app, instead of clicking a link sent through an email or message.
Be very careful with entering login details like passwords on third-party websites or pages other than the official ones!
If you ever enter your login information into a fake form, immediately change your password.
If you have other accounts that use the same password, also change those immediately.
The first password you should change should be your email address.
If hackers gain access to your email address, they can change the password.
Then you won’t be able to use your email address for two-factor authentication. But, the hacker will be able to use two-factor authentication to lock you out of your other accounts.
I suggest always using a unique, strong password for your email address for this reason. Also, use a strong, unique password for any financial account, like your bank login.
Conclusion
The latest Facebook scam is an attempt to steal your personal information. Don’t fall victim!
If you are not careful, your account could be hacked. By following the tips outlined in this blog post, you can stay safe and protect your account from cyber criminals.
Don’t panic if you get an email claiming that your account has been disabled – double-check by logging into Facebook directly instead of clicking any suspicious links.
Additionally, always use a unique and strong password for all accounts and keep it updated regularly to ensure maximum security. Be alert, and don’t fall victim!
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