11Security and Privacy in Social Networks
11.1 INTRODUCTION
Social networking sites enhance our life; the advantages that we get when using them in a good manner are numerous. But at the same time, these sites could be a main security threat if we don't have the awareness to use them in a safe way.
The Danger of Social Networks:
Social networking sites can be a source of personal and business information leaks. They can be a malware attack vector when not used carefully. Users trust their contacts to not send bad links, not try to infect their computers and take good care of their personal data. URL shorteners are a security concern and should be taken very seriously in social networks. Social networks problems ...
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