Thanks to the trust that users place in them, social networks have become an ideal means for cybercriminals to spread all kinds of malware. One of the most important elements in social networks such as Facebook are online games, and it is precisely in this aspect where cybercriminals are focusing their efforts.An example of this was seen a few days ago with Facebook's most popular game, Zynga-owned FarmVille. The company was forced to cancel suspicious mobile subscriptions and fraudulent offers that encouraged players to sign up to enjoy internet services in exchange for "virtual money."
To avoid falling victim to a scam or malware attack, Kaspersky offers some security tips for users of online games on social networks:
If you are willing to spend real money on virtual goods, do so only through official distributors. If you receive a scam email offering you free coupons to top up your virtual account, delete it directly. The chances of being a victim of phishing practices or being infected as a result of them are almost 100%. If they offer you to increase your chances of success by playing games through social networks, check the reputation of the game distributor first. Author: Jairo
Source: BlogantivirusAuthors: Computer Security News
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