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Social Media Threats To Be Aware Of

Social Media Threats To Be Aware Of

Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google +, and many other popular online hubs link us together in a digital society where we can make the most out of our social liberties. More businesses are also starting to re-allocate budgets towards social media in place of traditional advertising. While there are numerous benefits to sharing and communicating through social media, it also has its share of risks. Cybercriminals have taken advantage of the carefree way that people use social media platforms, usually with bait schemes that puts users at risk with a simple tap or click of a disguised link.

Read about these social media threats and how to protect your social media account in the TTCSIRT document entitled Social Media Threats To Be Aware Of