Facebook scam warning: "Like-farming" posts could be used to steal your data

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But Facebook users need to be cautious, as some of the emotional posts they're reading may not always be true. "These posts are clearly distressing for the families and this content has now been removed," a Facebook spokesperson told CBS News. In fact, there's a chance they're part of a scam called "like-farming" that could put your personal data or computer security at risk. And if you suspect the post is a scam, report it to Facebook immediately. Lakhan Gulati/FacebookScammers who use "like-farming" tactics can take advantage of a Facebook user's interaction to either collect and sell information about that user or use it as a gateway to collecting more personal information — like passwords or credit card numbers.


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