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Private Instagram Downloaders Are Parsers, Not Privacy Bypass Tools
Disclosure: This article was produced in partnership with FastDL. Hackread.com reviewed and edited the content before publication. “SaveVid.Net…
Meta Ordered to Pay $942M Over Facebook and Instagram Harm to Children
A New Mexico court ordered Meta to pay $942 million after finding Facebook and Instagram contributed to youth mental health harms and child sexual exploitation.
Instagram Recovery Tool Bug Exposed 20,225 Accounts to Password Reset Abuse
Meta says an Instagram recovery tool bug allowed attackers to abuse password resets, affecting 20,225 accounts and exposing users without 2FA to account takeover risk.
Instagram Glitch Reportedly Exposed Contact Info of Zuckerberg and Other Users
Instagram glitch exposed Mark Zuckerberg’s email addresses and phone number, plus contact details of other top users, through a password reset flaw.
Fake TikTok Downloaders on Chrome and Edge Spying on 130,000 Users
Over 130,000 users are at risk from fake TikTok downloader extensions on Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Researchers discovered these malicious tools use device fingerprinting to spy on users and steal sensitive browser data.
X to Retire Twitter.com, Users Must Re-Register Security Keys by Nov 10
X (formerly Twitter) is asking users with security keys to re-enroll by Nov 10 as it moves logins from twitter.com to x.com for continued 2FA access.
Netflix Job Phishing Scam Steals Facebook Login Data
Beware of fake Netflix job offers! A new phishing campaign is targeting job seekers, using fraudulent interviews to…
Twitter (X) Hit by 2.8 Billion Profile Data Leak in Alleged Insider Job
Note: Title edited to maintain clarity and accurately reflect the nature of the breach, emphasizing the leak of profile data rather than implying access to private information.
Tips and Tools for Social Media Safety
Protect your social media presence with tools like privacy checkups, monitoring services, and digital footprint scanners. Stay secure by avoiding oversharing, limiting third-party app permissions, and using strong passwords.
What is the Fediverse and the Social Network Platforms It Powers
Discover the Fediverse, a decentralized social media network promoting interoperability, privacy, and customization. Explore its pros, cons, platforms like Mastodon and PeerTube, and the role of decentralization. A game-changer in online communication and community-building.