List of VIPs used by hackers to steal data, here’s how to protect yourself
Everyone has had contact with fake addresses or people without identity on social networks who try to steal personal data or pages.
And this happens mostly to VIPs for sure, since they are the main target of hacker attacks who try to steal their data and why not blackmail them.
The computer security company McAfee, every year, publishes the ranking of 10 famous people who are attacked by hackers around the world in order to manipulate their data. The names of these celebrities are used for clicks that then lead to addresses where data can be stolen and user information obtained.
Although billionaire Elon Musk was expected to lead this list, it doesn’t seem to have happened that way.
It is chaired by the star of the movie that caused a sensation everywhere in the world, Ryan Gosling who played in the movie Barbie as well as other names of this movie.
Gosling finds himself in the lead role as the hacker’s favorite lure, thanks to the hit movie, Barbie.
The top ten list, which includes a combination of old talent and more recent names, is as follows:
Ryan Gosling, the critically acclaimed actor and star of this summer’s hit movie, Barbie
- Emily Blunt, the critically acclaimed actress and star of this summer’s hit film, Oppenheimer
- Jennifer Lopez, pop culture icon, singer, actress and producer
- Zendaya, actress and singer
- Kevin Costner, actor and director and star of the hit series Yellowstone
- Elon Musk, business tycoon and technology entrepreneur
- Al Roker, weatherman, author and journalist
- Margot Robbie, actress and star of this summer’s hit movie, Barbie
- Bad Bunny, the Spanish singer who was named the most streamed artist of the year by Spotify
- America Ferrera, critically acclaimed actress and popular supporting star of this summer’s hit movie, Barbie
- “To protect the safety of Internet users and protect their privacy and identity, consumers should exercise caution and think carefully before clicking on any link or content involving celebrities.” said Steve Grobman, vice president and chief technology officer at McAfee.
Also the report of the prestigious computer security company offers some tips on how to protect yourself from these sites with malicious intent.
The main thing is to verify the sources of news, videos and content related to celebrities, checking that they come from reliable and official sites.
You should also use up-to-date and secure antivirus software on your device, which can detect and block any cyber threats.
Last but not least, avoid posting personal or financial information online, especially if it’s requested by suspicious or fake accounts posing as celebrities. By following these simple steps, you can surf the web with greater peace of mind.
