One of the most prevalent methods of cyber crime today is the social media hack. For cyber criminals, these social platforms — including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat — are like candy stores to kids. A new hack is being deployed to businesses, organizations, or individuals every 39 seconds. Many people can recognize if their email has been hacked and know to avoid it, but a social media hack, that’s a different experience all together.
Social media users feel comfortable and safe communicating openly and freely to their friends and family. They are eager to spend time and money via their social channels on a daily – sometimes hourly – basis. Hackers will also go after business just for fun. Here are a few blog posts worth reading to protect your social when marketing your practice and signs to look for:
5 Tips To Take Back Your Security
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