I'm a cyber expert – all Facebook Messenger users need to be very careful | The US Sun

A CYBER-EXPERT has issued a stark warning to all Facebook Messengers users. There are several “red flags” that you must be aware of – or risk serious consequences. 1Messenger is an extremely powerful app – but you have to use it carefullyCredit: Facebook Facebook Messenger is used by billions of people around the world. That makes its users a prime target for scammers, hackers and other online criminals. Often these crooks will use Messenger DMs (direct messages) to try to extract money or private info from you. Speaking to The Sun, cyber-expert Rob Griffin has revealed three messages that you should be especially wary of on Facebook Messenger. Rob, who is CEO at cybersecurity firm MIRACL, said you should be on high alert when it comes to “any message or post that asks you to provide personal details”. He added: “Whether that’s your email, password, or anything else that could be used in a scam.” But that’s not all. Some messages may be trying to extract information, but others are an attempt to get you to hand over money. Often scammers will use pressure tactics to get you to make silly mistakes. “Be wary of messages or posts that try
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