A computer security company has reveled the presence of malware on Facebook Messenger application. A virus spreads for several days on Facebook Messenger Instant Messaging. The scenario is always the same: a contact sends you a video link. If you click it, the virus installs.
"When the victim clicks on the fake video, the malware redirects to a range of sites listing their browser, operating system and other vital information. According to their OS, they are redirected to other web sites. "
If this virus can go so far as to seize personal data, it does not yet pose a real danger to computer equipment. This malware has a priori only a target of pishing or advertising. The best solution is to not click on the link and check the update of its antivirus.
In fact, hackers have been encouraging users to click on the link for some time, bringing them to the end to install malicious software. By clicking on the link, the user finds himself on a Google Docs page displaying a fake media player. If it clicks again, it is redirected to another site that prompts it to install software.
Depending on the operating system, it can be a Flash update, a false Chrome extension etc. But in the end, the user finds himself with a malware on his computer that keeps displaying advertisements. What fast to lose patience ...
According to Kaspersky researchers, who fail to determine how hackers propagate their messages on Facebook, this scam targets both Windows users, as well as MacOS.
1 - Update your Antivirus and scan you computer
2 - Don't install Adobe flashplayer extension on your google chrome
3 - and don't click on any link on facebook messenger from unknown persons
4 - Use a firewall
"When the victim clicks on the fake video, the malware redirects to a range of sites listing their browser, operating system and other vital information. According to their OS, they are redirected to other web sites. "
If this virus can go so far as to seize personal data, it does not yet pose a real danger to computer equipment. This malware has a priori only a target of pishing or advertising. The best solution is to not click on the link and check the update of its antivirus.
In fact, hackers have been encouraging users to click on the link for some time, bringing them to the end to install malicious software. By clicking on the link, the user finds himself on a Google Docs page displaying a fake media player. If it clicks again, it is redirected to another site that prompts it to install software.
Depending on the operating system, it can be a Flash update, a false Chrome extension etc. But in the end, the user finds himself with a malware on his computer that keeps displaying advertisements. What fast to lose patience ...
According to Kaspersky researchers, who fail to determine how hackers propagate their messages on Facebook, this scam targets both Windows users, as well as MacOS.
How to protect your computer from viruses ?
1 - Update your Antivirus and scan you computer
2 - Don't install Adobe flashplayer extension on your google chrome
3 - and don't click on any link on facebook messenger from unknown persons
4 - Use a firewall
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