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With More Than 135 Million Users in Brazil, the Social Network Has Become a Frequent Target of Digital Scams. Understand the Risks and Learn How to Avoid an Invasion
The Growing Popularity of Instagram Has Caught the Attention of Cybercriminals. With More Than 2 Billion Active Users Worldwide, Including About 135 Million Just in Brazil, the Platform Has Become One of the Main Targets for Fraud and Digital Invasions, According to Olhar Digital.
Among the Most Common Scams Are Hacked Profiles That Start Promoting Fake Investments, Dubious Giveaways, or Suspicious Messages Sent via Direct Messages. Often, the Victim’s Followers Are Also Involved in the Attacks.
How Hackers Operate
The Main Strategy Used by Criminals Is Phishing, a Practice Where Malicious Links Are Sent via Email, Direct Message, or Third-Party Apps. These Fake Pages Simulate Legitimate Environments—Like Instagram Itself—Inducing the Victim to Provide Personal Information Such as Login and Password.
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With the Data in Hand, Hackers Can:
- Change the Account Password;
- Change the Recovery Email;
- Send Messages to Followers Requesting Bank Transfers;
- Post Misleading Content in Stories;
- Access Private Information, Photos, and Conversations.
In Some Cases, The Attacker May Also Extort the Victim, Demanding Payments to Restore Control of the Profile.
What to Do If Your Account Is Hacked
If Access to the Profile Is Still Available, the User Should:
- Reset the Password Immediately;
- Access Instagram Settings and Report the Problem;
- Check Connected Devices and Suspicious Sessions.
If Access Has Already Been Lost:
- Try to Reset the Password Using Email or Phone Number;
- Visit the Official Instagram Account Recovery Page:
My Account Was Hacked – Instagram
It Is Essential to Check If the Email Associated with the Account Has Been Changed and, If Possible, Revert the Modification.
Security Tips to Protect Your Account
To Avoid Attacks, It Is Recommended To:
- Create Strong Passwords, with Letters, Numbers, and Symbols;
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication;
- Avoid Clicking on Suspicious Links, Even If Sent by Known Contacts;
- Type Store or Bank Addresses Directly into the Browser;
- Keep Apps and the Operating System Updated.
Prevention Remains the Best Way to Avoid Losses and Protect Your Digital Identity on Social Media!
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