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Major X Accounts Hack Fizzles in Botched Crypto Scam Attempt

Sep 23, 2024 By Coral Tayar In Cyberint
A wave of X account hacks has led to the rapid success of a pump-and-dump scheme for the $HACKED Solana token, with users rushing to buy in. High-profile accounts compromised in this attack include MoneyControl (1.4 million followers), People Magazine (7.8 million), and EUinmyRegion, run by the European Commission, with nearly 100,000 followers. Moreover, Computer brand Lenovo’s India division, film director Oliver Stone, Yahoo News UK, and Brazilian soccer player Neymar Jr.
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securitysenses

How can WhatsApp users customize notifications for improved privacy?

Sep 18, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Have you ever felt like your WhatsApp notifications are telling everyone about your business? Don't worry! There are ways to make your messages more private. WhatsApp offers various customization options to improve your privacy and minimize distractions.
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Apple, X, and the Revolution in VPN Technology

Aug 30, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
A virtual private network is a tool used to encrypt data and mask a user's IP address. Many people use them to access content that may be banned in their country. In certain jurisdictions, X is being prohibited and has been linked to a rise in VPN use. In this article, we talk about how Apple customers have found them increasingly hard to find.
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keeper

How Do You Know if Your Facebook Has Been Hacked?

Aug 29, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
You can tell if your Facebook account has been hacked if you receive login attempt notifications, notice your account’s personal information has been changed, see an increase in suspicious messages or have trouble logging in to your account. Since Facebook accounts hold a large amount of private information, you need to recover your account quickly if it’s been hacked.
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knowbe4

Phishing Attacks Are Increasingly Targeting Social Media and Smartphone Users

Aug 28, 2024 By Stu Sjouwerman In KnowBe4
Threat actors are increasingly tailoring their attacks to target social media apps and smartphone users, according to a new report from the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG). As email security technologies improve, scammers are turning to social media apps, text messages, and voice calls to conduct social engineering attacks.
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the cyber helpline

Protect Your Privacy: Essential Tips for Social Media Security

Jul 24, 2024 By The Cyber Helpline In The Cyber Helpline
In today’s connected world, our online presence is central to our lives like never before. We stay connected with our friends and family wherever they are through social media. Whereas in the past our social contact was limited to those who lived or worked nearby, now, through social media, we can connect with those with shared interests or beliefs anywhere in the world. Most of us use social media to stay in touch with those they care about.
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securitysenses

Instagram Mobile Proxies: Boost Your Social Media Marketing with Better Account Management

Jul 24, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
In today's digital landscape, social media marketing is an essential component of any successful business strategy. Instagram, with its vast user base and visually-centric platform, has become a powerhouse for brands aiming to connect with their audience. However, managing multiple Instagram accounts can be complicated due to the platform's stringent policies. This is where Instagram Mobile Proxies become invaluable. By using mobile proxies, businesses can efficiently manage their accounts and enhance their social media marketing strategies.
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idstrong

How to Stay Away from LinkedIn Scams

Jul 16, 2024 By Steven In IDStrong
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional networking service for accountants, policemen, politicians, advertising professionals, business executives, college students, investment bankers, and consultants. Most use LinkedIn to connect with others and help with career development, new business contacts, and professional networking. However, job scams and other online cybercriminals use LinkedIn features for fraudulent activities.
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knowbe4

Don't Fall for It: How to Spot Social Media Job Scams a Mile Away

Jul 5, 2024 By Anna Collard In KnowBe4
As social media becomes more intertwined with our daily routines, cybercriminals are using it to trick people with fake job offers. What are these social-media recruitment scams, and how can you spot the red flags? With unemployment surging in many countries around the world, in particular countries like South Africa, which is currently at the top of the highest unemployment list in the world at over 32%, it’s no wonder that scams targeting job seekers are becoming more common.
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