Some methods to prevent attacks on your social media accounts
✅ 1. Don't use accounts on too many devices
– If you are not very tech-savvy, use accounts on only one device, recommend using your mobile phone as the base.
– If there is a problem, we can find a solution faster.
- Try to check the device you use regularly.
✅ 2. Choose a high-security phone
– iPhone has a high security system, has good access and fully encrypted, if the virus is removed, it will not be able to get all the data.
– Android does not mean it is not secure, but it is an Open Source system that requires users to be highly knowledgeable and careful, and its fully access, if any attack occurs, can easily allow hackers to steal our data.
– Android has vulnerabilities that hackers can use to deceive or attack if you do not update the OS or install apps from unknown sources such as downloading APKs, etc.
✅ 3. Protect your personal account
– Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for Telegram, Facebook, Gmail, TikTok accounts regularly.
– Do not share OTP or Passkey with anyone.
– Do not log in to an unknown browser or app/on a non-personal device.
- Do not click on any unknown link, ask an expert first.
✅ 4. Implement additional security settings
– Update all OS and apps regularly
– Install apps from official stores (App Store, Google Play) only
– Use PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint Lock on both phones and some apps such as Telegram, Signal
✅ 5. Choosing and managing passwords (Password)
– Avoid passwords such as 123456, khmer2025, or your own name
– Do not use the same word for multiple accounts
- The password should contain uppercase and lowercase letters and symbols, preferably 8 digits or more
✅ 6. Personal Data Management
🧾 Don't share unnecessary personal information
– Don't reveal your phone number, address, ID number, or bank account number on social media
– Avoid participating in games or quizzes that ask for personal information
– Set your social media account privacy settings well
– Be careful when accessing websites or online apps
– Don't log in with your Google/Facebook account on unknown websites
– Don't post photos that show your ID card, passport, family, or current home photos
– Avoid sharing Real-time Location
– Don't enable Location Sharing for all apps
– Use only for family or trusted people
– Be careful with all information sent on social media
– Be especially careful with the phone number and email associated with your account!
✅ 7. Public Wi-Fi Security
– Don't log in to important accounts such as Gmail, Facebook, Telegram, or bank accounts when connected to public Wi-Fi
- It is recommended to use a VPN when connecting to public Wi-Fi, if possible, it is better not to use it at all!