So unfortunately there are possibilities of hackers when it comes to certain sites, but this article will be on helping against hackers with Facebook. There is the traditional Phishing type of hacking, which is when hackers create websites that are almost identical to the said website. A user would unsuspectingly input their information, or credential details these are usually sites that state the user needs to either verify information, or online payments. Or popular gaming or social sites. This, like a lot of situations can be dealt with by using caution, check the URL, avoid sign in sites that aren't the "Main" site itself. (click the image for better quality)
Another way hackers can gain access is by using the Key-logging technique, which is implementing a virus onto a victims computer which catches key strokes and the users activities on their computer. The hacker can can then obtain the information if they have something like a tool bar they have created on the victims PC, or if they know where the victim lives and are undercover "friends" which in turn they could just have easier access and an easy time.
(This may be in our website, so you can search for the "keylogging" part)
Email Address Hacking, is another method which is when a person will try to gain your email address and then try to guess your information of such as password or security questions, this can go into social engineering which i will get to in a bit. The way to protect yourself from this sort of thing on Facebook is by hiding your email address, a user can do this by going into their settings and going to edit profile then the contact information, then clicking on the icon next to your email labeled as "Only me"
Social Engineering, is a method in which the hacker tries to trick a victim into giving information, or exploiting the victim by trying to "befriend" them like on social sites (Facebook) via fake friend invites/emails, or by trying to pry info through online chatting. An easy way to prevent this is by being cautious, alert, and aware of who you are speaking to. If someone asks a question don't just give them a straight answer (i wouldn't at all) because more than likely they will be asking questions that are connected to your Facebook security question.
Check out more Facebook information within in our other articles.
Another way hackers can gain access is by using the Key-logging technique, which is implementing a virus onto a victims computer which catches key strokes and the users activities on their computer. The hacker can can then obtain the information if they have something like a tool bar they have created on the victims PC, or if they know where the victim lives and are undercover "friends" which in turn they could just have easier access and an easy time.
(This may be in our website, so you can search for the "keylogging" part)
Email Address Hacking, is another method which is when a person will try to gain your email address and then try to guess your information of such as password or security questions, this can go into social engineering which i will get to in a bit. The way to protect yourself from this sort of thing on Facebook is by hiding your email address, a user can do this by going into their settings and going to edit profile then the contact information, then clicking on the icon next to your email labeled as "Only me"
Social Engineering, is a method in which the hacker tries to trick a victim into giving information, or exploiting the victim by trying to "befriend" them like on social sites (Facebook) via fake friend invites/emails, or by trying to pry info through online chatting. An easy way to prevent this is by being cautious, alert, and aware of who you are speaking to. If someone asks a question don't just give them a straight answer (i wouldn't at all) because more than likely they will be asking questions that are connected to your Facebook security question.
Check out more Facebook information within in our other articles.
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