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      • Once connected, scammers use your personal information and connections to spread spam posts or malware links. In some cases, scammers impersonate the identity of someone you may actually know to more easily gain access.
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      Top 10 Facebook Scams Spreading Now and How to Avoid Them

  2. www.thisismoney.co.uk › money › beatthescammersWhy do fraudsters want to hack your Facebook ... - This is Money

    Jul 10, 2021 · The scams that it can be used for - and seven steps to stop them stealing yours. Cyber security experts warn of Facebook account compromises. Facebook says between January and March 2021 it...

  3. www.vox.com › technology › 2023/9/28Why hackers keep stealing Facebook accounts | Vox

    Sep 28, 2023 · While many people might think of Russian state-sponsored hacking groups when it comes to infiltrating social media platforms, there’s actually a global network of hackers participating in an...

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  5. www.makeuseof.com › tag › ways-hackers-use-facebook5 Ways Hackers Use Facebook to Steal From You - MUO

    Oct 7, 2020 · Facebook can be a major tool for cybercriminals to hack accounts and steal information from others. But how do they do this, and what do they gain? Here are the crucial ways hackers use Facebook to access your devices and steal sensitive information---sometimes even stealing your Facebook account.

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  6. hacked.com › the-top-7-reasons-why-hackers-targetThe Top 7 Reasons Why Hackers Target Facebook Accounts

    Oct 25, 2024 · Aaron Weaver. in News. Why do hackers target Facebook accounts, and what do they do once they gain access? We’ve outlined the key reasons hackers focus on Facebook accounts and the ways they...

  7. malwaretips.com › blogs › facebook-scamsTop 10 Facebook Scams Spreading Now and How to Avoid Them

    Aug 29, 2023 · Scam Overview. Facebook Live scams involve fake live videos that trick viewers into completing paid offers or sharing personal information to receive promised rewards. Scammers impersonate celebrities or companies to appear legitimate. For example, scammers may pretend to show a live product launch or festival performance.

  8. blog.avast.com › facebook-hacksWhy is everyone getting hacked on Facebook? - Avast

    May 18, 2022 · Phishing scams can be simple (i.e. a message with a link saying “look who died”) or complex (i.e. a tech support scam) but they always utilize some form of electronic communication to trick and defraud people.

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  10. www.which.co.uk › news › articleFacebook account hacking warning – what you need to know

    Jul 3, 2024 · You can report fraudulent messages and scams impersonating McAfee to scam@mcafee.com. If you lose any money to a scam, call your bank immediately using the number on the back of your bank card and report it to Action Fraud or call the police on 101 if you’re in Scotland.