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People have been falling for the ‘Facebook giving away money scam’, so much so they have been copying and pasting a text status message onto their wall. It was such a good practical joke that millions have already shared the message. Facebook shares giveaway is just a hoax, seriously it really … [Read more...]
Facebook is full of fun and laughter especially around Christmas, but it is also the time of year to be very careful in what links you click. There is a new scam link on Facebook offering social media users a Walmart high value gift card. The Walmart gift card sponsor offer is there to be won … [Read more...]
Both Facebook and Twitter are always full of scams and malware, but ESET and Facebook have joined forces to protect social media users from malicious content. ESET posted onto its Facebook page the latest news where Facebook users can increase their security on the social media site so they do … [Read more...]
There are many Facebook scams out there and sometimes people fall for the trap. One contest scam tried to trick a user from Springfield, so much so the apparent Jihaddist caller said they were going to blow the mans house up. Many contests on Facebook show that you could win a holiday, money, a … [Read more...]
If you’ve been having trouble with your Facebook login recently, do not reply to an email being sent out what looks like to be from the social media site. Even after all these years the phishing scam is still being spread via user email, the email will say ‘Sorry you've been having trouble … [Read more...]
The Ebola virus is devastating lives and spreading, and it should be taken seriously. Of course millions are worried about contracting the virus and are looking for ways to help themselves getting it. Now comes the warning, so please read. There is a new email being sent out, which is also making … [Read more...]
Kelsey Zachow Mega Millions winner was recently turned into a subject of an Instagram hoax, where people believed if they followed a few steps they would receive $1000. Michigan Lottery officials know of the scam and that Kelsey Zachow of Port Huron is the subject of it, when you visit … [Read more...]
So many Facebook scams in 2014 have been a little worrying even though at first they all seem innocent enough, but these are social scams to lure users in to gain money or access to computers. One particular Facebook scam this year was the "Robin Williams goodbye video", which was apparently made … [Read more...]
CLEVELAND Police are urging Facebook users to be on full alert against a scam, which draws people in by believing they can access anybody's Facebook account through a simple three-step hack. It educates people to open up their Facebook in a web browser and go to the Facebook page of the … [Read more...]
Hulk Hogan dead went viral on Twitter and the last few days fans have been a little shocked by the news, but the star is not dead on Twitter it was all part of a deception scam. Hulk Hogan is apparently dead on Twitter was all part of a celebrity hoax, but the news of his death went viral on … [Read more...]
This is a warning to all that spots a new online app called ‘Facebook Color Changer’, this is a new app that you will see on your mobile or desktop news feed, which promises to change the color scheme of your profile page. The screenshot below shows how the color change happens and shows a few … [Read more...]
The Facebook Purge where you can say anything you like, expose any picture or anyone as well as tagging anyone in whatever is all rubbish, this new Facebook Purge was inspired by the new horror movie “Purge: Anarchy”, and since many Facebook pages have been created across the social media … [Read more...]
When it comes to Facebook video scams Facebook users should be aware that what looked like a video of the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 being found is a scam, even though news broke about this back on July 8th a few are still saying they are seeing the Facebook video news. OSM have … [Read more...]
There is a new letter being sent to Gmail users titled ‘FIFA & Gmail 2014 Network Promotional Award’, if you get this do not open. The new Gmail scam going around at the moment was first reported by Barry Schwartz over on Search Engine Roundtable, this is a phishing attempt persuading Gmail … [Read more...]
There are always scams and hackers trying to spoil your day, users of the pinning site Pinterest are being warned about scams and phony links by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), if these are opened users are likely going to be attacked by these hackers. This particular scam sees Pinterest users … [Read more...]
Today marks the sad passing of Apple’s CEO Steve Jobs as he has his body has finally given up the fight against his health issues including pancreatic cancer. Unfortunately many people see this as an opportunity as the Steve Jobs memorial Facebook scam has started. It carries the title “In Memory of … [Read more...]
Apple's big day could be overshadowed by a nasty scam going around involving the iPhone 5. Hackers are sending out fake emails which take advantage of the fact we do not know what the new smartphone looks like yet. In the phony email there is a very bizarre concept image which is called the … [Read more...]
It’s been a while since we talked to you about any of the scams that circulate on Facebook so we thought that whilst today’s scam is quite viral that we should talk to you about it. This FB Scam is titled “WOW, got a super free sexy T-shirt from facebook Team…” although it comes in many forms which … [Read more...]
When it comes to social networking we see a number of Facebook scams circulating where people are trying to obtain your personal details for further scams to be put upon you. We have heard about a few others where different pages are offering free new iPhone 5’s in a page giveaway, of course it’s … [Read more...]
Even with the introduction of Google+ Facebook is still rolling along as the largest social network we have. With that being the case we are constantly seeing different Facebook scams popping up all over the place, they normally target high profile names or different events. Now we have another one … [Read more...]
We all know that Facebook is becoming pretty cluttered with all sorts of different scams such as the apparent free tickets to Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2 and the scam about Lil Wayne nearly parting company with the world from a car crash. Now we have another FB Scam it’s titled “WIN 800 FV CASH … [Read more...]
Another day another scam on the biggest social network of them all, Facebook! Recently we have reported on quite a few different ones including one titled “BREAKING: Lil Wayne Nearly Dies In FATAL Car Crash!” and another aimed at Lady GaGa. Today’s is titled, “Get a free tickets to Twilight Breaking … [Read more...]
At OSM we like to report all different kinds of news to you, one in particular making you aware of dangerous scams going around. Many that we see originate from Facebook, with the latest one being "BREAKING: Lil Wayne Nearly Dies In FATAL Car Crash!". This one in particular caught out many people … [Read more...]
With much attention being directed towards the rise of Google+ we didn’t want to lose sight of something we often report on, the scams that hit the largest of the social networks Facebook. Recently there have been a few including a sick one about Lady GaGa being found dead in a hotel room. Now … [Read more...]
At OSM we love to help you guys out by reporting on the latest scams that hit our beloved social network, Facebook. We have seen quite a few in recent times including the “dad who drops his daughter to try to catch a baseball” along with some bogus offers. Now we have another dirty Facebook scam to … [Read more...]
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