Skip to main content

How to Avoid Being a Victim of Facebook Hacked accounts

In 2022, my sister sent me a private message passed 6:00 pm asking me if I can lend her a money via GCash. Then when I asked her how much and I told her that I don't have a balnce on my GCash account and told her to ask our older siblings. She did not reply on her usual phase. Then five minutes later my brother drop a message on our group chat telling us that my sister's account is actually hacked.

The hacker already took some amount via GCash from her friends and our relatives. The best tip I can give if your sibling, friends and/or relatives sent a message via Facebook PM asking to lend him/her money is to call him whether you are not aware his account was hacked or not. If he did not answer, chances are you are already dealing with the hacker.

Some swindlers hack accounts of people and tap into their contacts to try to ask for money while disguising themselves as the account owner. 

Here are some tips from Globe's GCash on how to spot if your friends and family members accounts have been hacked: 

  • They are asking for money 
  • They are talking to you in a different tone. Check your past conversations if this is really how they talk to you 
  • They are talking to you on a social media channel that you don’t usually use 

When in doubt, DON’T SEND MONEY RIGHT AWAY. Check to validate if you are talking to your friend or family:

  • Contact the person by calling or through a different channel. Ask your friend or relative directly if they messaged you asking for help.
  • Check where they are asking you to send the money toHackers will ask you to send money to an account different from your friend or family member’s account.

Don't be a victim of hacking! Here are some tips to avoid having your social media account from being hacked:

  • Don’t click on links unless you are sure it is safe. Hackers may send links to you to get your personal information. Verify a website’s security by doing the following: 
    • Check if the site uses https://, this means that the website employs a form of encryption to transfer data
  • Check if there is a padlock icon beside the website’s browser address
    • Double-check if the URL is spelled correctly. Hackers may use URL’s such as yah00.com instead of yahoo.com to trick you into giving them your information
  • Use a website security checker such as Google Safe Browsing to verify a site’s legitimacy and reputation. 
  • Do a security checkup of your accounts
  • Update your password regularly. 
  • Log in to your social media accounts only on the devices that you own
    • Always log out of your accounts after using
    • Enable Two Factor Authentication. Two Factor Authentication is an extra layer of protection of accounts on top of your username and password because you need to provide another piece of information such as a code, or your biometrics before being able to login.  Go to the Help Center of your accounts to check how to enable this.  
  • Never share your personal information such as your address, phone number, and email address. Use the inbox of the social media accounts to communicate with other users. 

Never share your sensitive personal information such as your race, religion, or political views. Doing this will make it easier for scammers to steal your identity.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Dingdong Dantes & Marian Rivera Wedding Video Pre-nuptial

Dingdong and Marian's official prenuptial video is finally here! Watch this beautiful couple in a video that best describes who they are -- what truly makes them happy. Music Credits: A Sky Full of Stars - Warner Music Philippines Video Credits: Shot & Edited by: Nice Print Photography Concept by: Dingdong Dantes Direction by: Ian Galsim Production Design by: Teamba Designs Shot on Location in: Porac Pampanga

Alas Pilipinas Men's Team Reinforced with Fil-Am Players

 Here are the  additional Fililipino-America players for the Alas Pilipinas Men's National Training Pool. The Philippine National Volleyball Federation's tapped Fil-Am players as reinforcement for the Men's Team who will see actions in FIVB World Volleyball Championship next year. The event will hosted by the Philippines for the first time. Being the host nation means an automatic qualification for the Alas PilipinasMen's Team. 🏐 Patrick Paragas 🇵🇭🇺🇸 [6'1 Setter] 🏐 Kai Vogel 🇵🇭🇺🇸 [6'3 Outside Hitter] 🏐 Luca Mamone 🇵🇭🇮🇹 [6'6 Middle Blocker/Opposite Hitter] 🏐 Isaiah Vogel 🇵🇭🇺🇸 [6'3 Outside Hitter] 🏐 Jackson Reed 🇵🇭🇺🇸 [6'1 Outside Hitter] 🏐 Cameron Wurl 🇵🇭🇺🇸 [6'7 Setter] I am hoping that the PNVF will includ Opposite spiker, Francis Saura, 6'5'' of the Criss Cross Crunchers in the training pool. The men's tteam acquired a new Italian Coach, Angiolino Frigonie  #volleyballteam #volleyballplayer #volleybal...

Roxanne Guinoo is now a Kapuso

Another Kapamlya turns Kapuso. Former Star Magic talent Roxanne Guinoo will soon star in GMA-7's "Home SweetHome" opposite Raymart Santiago. After three years of absence, Roxanne Guinoo returns to showbiz via GMA-7's light comedy primetime series “Daddy Dearest.” During an interview Roxanne has this to say of her transfer to GMA Network: “Masayang-masaya. Ibang grupo, ibang klaseng work. I think light comedy po yata ito. First time kong makakatrabaho ang Kapuso stars so exciting.” Roxanne said of her new network.

Amaya TV Series now Available on DVD

Amaya wants to learn how to be a skilled and courageous warrior like the lumads so she can free her puod from Angaway, but the tribe's leader is wary of outsiders. Will Amaya be able to find a way to gain the trust of the lumads? Find out in the latest volume of AMAYA, now available in stores at Php225.00. Get your copy now! image credit:gma records

Sarah Geronimo nominated on MTV EMA 2013 in the Best Southeast Asia Act category

Sarah Geronimo was named one of the nominees in the Best Southeast Asia Act category of 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMA). This year's MTV EMA will be held in Amsterdam on November 11, and will be broadcast via over 60 channels internationally. It is said to reach nearly 700 million households around the world. MTV EMA 2013 nomination for Sarah and describe her as "the Philippines' Popstar Princess." Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo, or simply Sarah Geronimo or Sarah G., is hailed as the Philippines' Popstar Princess. Born in Manila, she turned 25 on July 25, 2013. Sarah's showbiz career began at age 14 when she emerged as the champion of a singing contest called “Star For A Night” in 2002. For a decade now, she has achieved multiplatinum albums, record-breaking concerts, blockbuster movies, and high-rating TV shows. Sarah's phenomenal musical talent has earned her recognition not just in her homeland, but all over Asia. She won the title of Best Asian Artist (P...

How to Compute your PAG-IBIG, SSS and PhilHealth's Monthly Contribution

Here's the tutorial on how to compute on your Monthly Contribution with SSS, PAG-IBIG and PhilHealth if you are a public or private employee. Meanwhile, an individual at least 18 years old but not more than 65 years old may register with the Fund under voluntary membership. However, said individual shall be required to comply with the set rules and regulations for Pag-IBIG members including the amount of contribution and schedule of payment. In addition, they shall be subject to the eligibility requirements in the event of availing of loans and other programs/benefits offered by the Fund. SSS computation of your Monthly Contribution is 4.5% of your Total Salary while 2.25% of your salary for PHILHEALTH Contribution if below 90,000. If your salary is Ph 90,000 and 4.5% will be applied to your PhilHealth Contribution.  PAG-IBIG Contribution is pretty straightforward and there is no need for the Calculator because it is fixed for  Php100 Monthly Contribution only. “Monthly Compen...

Adrien Semblat Trending as Judge in Super Sireyna Worldwide

Adrien Semblat is trending after being a judge in Eat Bulaga's Super Sireyna. Adrien Semblat is the Senior manager marketing at Adidas Philippines. From Adrien's LinkedIn. "During more than 10 years in the Sport industry, the expertise i developed includes team management, retail and commercial/marketing strategy implementation. Passionate by sports, I also currently play football in the first league in the Philippines and do triathlons in competition.  I believe the success comes with self confidence and self confidence comes with preparation." Adrien on Instagram: http://instagram.com/adriensemblat

I got a TikTok Viewer Job Offer from Skyrocket Studio Ph- Scam or Not?

Earlier today, I got a message on my Whatsapp and telling me to become a TikTok Viewer with an attractive salary and commission. The message says it's a part-time job and I can work from Home. Legit or not? So I ask the sender who he/she is and how did she manage to get my Whatsapp number. She told me she was from Skyrocket Studio Ph  and she got my number from Whatsapp, Linkedin and/or Telegram. She's not sure actually where she got my number. Then I took to Google and search for the said company and saw a legit website: "We are a fresh, dynamic group of caffeine-fueled individuals inspired to deliver results through smart solutions. We’re an entrepreneurial bunch with expertise in creative technology, digital marketing, content & business strategy, web development, design, and social media." Then the Manager told me to install Telegram and this time I am not sure if  I am chatting with two different people from Whatsapp and Telegram. The so-called manager ask me...