Facebook users would be wise not to fall for a new scam that suggests they could take a peek at leaked SnapChat photos.
Security researcher Troy Hunt said the scam starts with a "Leaked Snapchats 18+" Facebook page hinting at suggestive photos.
In a blog post, Hunt said the page claims it cannot show the uncensored versions on Facebook, and the Facebook user has to go to another site for the full version.
But as the user heads on the site, he or she is asked to log on to Facebook again - even if he or she is already logged on.
"What’s interesting about this is that in the context where people are most frequently using Facebook (i.e. on their phone), there’s zero phishing protection. You’re on your own," Hunt said.
As of Monday, however, Hunt said the page is gone, though the possibility of it being replaced by another one cannot be discounted.
"Inevitably we’ll see it replaced by others but at least the 'credibility' this one built up via likes and comments is now gone," he said.
SnapChat is a service that allows a photo or video to be shown only for a certain period of time before it self-destructs.
But if the recipient is quick enough, he or she can make a copy of the photo or video before it self-destructs.
However, Hunt noted those who browse using the Chrome browser for desktop computers will get a warning that the site they are visiting may be engaged in phishing.
"One of the other pitfalls of browsing the mobile web compared to desktop is that there was no ability to inspect a certificate before handing over the creds like you can easily do on the desktop. This is another factor that increases the risk of falling victim to a scam like this whilst on your phone," he added. — TJD, GMA News
source: gmanetwork.com
