Online scams targeting TikTok users

Experts say that having a large number of users makes TikTok gradually become a platform that many bad guys take advantage of to commit fraud and property appropriation.

Warning: Online scam targeting TikTok users

Accordingly, the subjects used fake TikTok accounts to impersonate the application system, proactively texting users, informing them that the victims were among those selected to participate in the new TikTok experience program that is in the testing phase.

To attract the attention of victims, the subjects promise to bring many new experiences. At the same time, in many cases, the subjects also borrow the names of famous people, people with great influence on social networks to increase their reputation as well as gain the trust of the victims.

Once users access the link sent by the subjects, they will have to provide personal information to download the updated version.

Once the fake app is downloaded, the user's device is taken over, and personal information and data are stolen.

The Information Security Department recommends that users of social platforms need to be vigilant and verify the sender's identity when receiving strange messages. Absolutely do not access strange links, do not provide personal information to any individuals or websites of unknown origin.

In particular, users should only download applications from the Apple Store system (for iPhone users) and CH Play (for Android users). And if there are any suspicious signs, they should report the account of the stranger so that the administrator team can promptly handle it.

Source: https://kinhtedothi.vn/canh-bao-lua-dao-truc-tuyen-nham-vao-nguoi-dung-tiktok.html