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Hackers Hijacking Facebook Accounts with Malware

Cybersecurity analysts at Bitdefender have discovered hackers using Facebook Ads to spread malware and hijack accounts. Through these ads, hackers are attempting to deceive users and exploit their personal information. Ads featuring photos of young women are primarily used to trick users into downloading a malicious payload. In order to protect against these attacks, researchers urge users to maintain good cyber hygiene, avoid suspicious ads and download links, and utilize robust security solutions.

Source: gbhackers.com –

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