Category Archives: Social Networking
Skype Users Receive One-Two Punch of Security Threats
If you use the popular video chat program Skype, you need to be aware of two recent security issues that could affect your account. The first threat is a worm that is being spread by a series of instant messages … Continue reading
Posted in Malware, Social Networking | Tagged exploits, malware, microsoft, security advisory, skype, worm
Over-The-Phone Password Change Allows Hackers To Destroy Reporter’s Digital World
The hacking of the Amazon account of a Wired reporter exposed a security flaw with the way Apple allows users to reset their AppleID passwords. By obtaining the last four digits of the reporter’s credit card, the hackers were able … Continue reading
Posted in Cloud Computing, Password Security, Social Networking | Tagged amazon, apple, credit card, exploits, identity theft, information security, social networking
Facebook’s Email Switcheroo
Have you checked the email address listed on your Facebook profile page lately? Chances are, instead of the email address you set on your profile, your email is now listed as ‘randomnumber’@facebook.com. In April, Facebook announced they would be providing … Continue reading
Posted in Facebook, Social Networking | Tagged Facebook, social networking, user education
LinkedIn Warns Users of Stolen Passwords
LinkedIn is investigating a claim that a hacker downloaded more than 6 million user passwords from the business-oriented social networking site. Anyone with a LinkedIn account is advised to change their account password as a precautionary measure. For more information … Continue reading
Posted in Security Breach, Social Networking | Tagged identity theft, password security, security breach, social networking
Could Your iPhone Be Used To Hijack Your Facebook Account?
A vulnerability in the Facebook application on several popular mobile devices may potentially allow someone to take control of your Facebook account. Developers have discovered that the Facebook application for iOS (iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch) and Android-based devices does … Continue reading
Posted in Facebook, Social Networking | Tagged exploits, Facebook, identity theft, social networking
New Mobile Game A Big Draw For Scammers
Draw Something, the Pictionary-style game that has recently topped 50 million downloads, has now attracted the eye of scammers. A new Twitter scam is specifically targeting users that have tweeted about the game. The scammer’s Twitter account spams users with … Continue reading
Posted in Social Networking | Tagged social engineering, social networking
Clean Up Your Social Networking Accounts with MyPermissions
One of the biggest security risks in the social networking arena is third-party applications; those quizzes, games, and special offers you often find on sites such as Facebook and Twitter. Many of us allow these applications access to our personal … Continue reading
Posted in Social Networking | Tagged Facebook, identity theft, privacy, social networking
Facebook Malware Alert
Security professionals have reported a new malware warning for Facebook. According to reports, a worm is being spread through a link that users receive via a message in Facebook . See http://www.zdnet.com/blog/security/new-facebook-worm-spreading/9825 for additional details. Remember to exercise caution with … Continue reading
Posted in Facebook, Malware, Social Networking | Tagged antivirus, Facebook, web browser security, worm
Social Networking and Privacy: What You Need to Know
Check out the new social networking and privacy story at http://cio.usc.edu/enews/socialnetworkingfall2011.html. Sign up for the IT at USC e-newsletter while you are there.
Posted in Facebook, Social Networking | Tagged identity theft, privacy, social engineering, social networking