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Showing posts with label scam. Show all posts

Friday, March 19, 2010

Facebook Password Scam

Beware of the latest Facebook password scam!

McAffee, in a blog post is warning Facebook users of a new password scam. This is a potentially serious security threat which could allow hackers access to personal information on your computer including identity and banking information.

Facebook users are receiving an email telling them that their password has been reset and they need to click on an attachment to retrieve it. Once the attachment is opened it infects the users computer with a "password stealer" that can access usernames and passwords used on that computer including online banking information.

*WARNING: DO NOT OPEN THE ATTACHMENT AND DELETE THE EMAIL*

For more information and to see an example of what the scam email looks like,
visit the McAffee site here.