Malicious livestreams trick millions as hacked social media channels push fake giveaways, deepfakes, and phishing links

Malicious livestreams trick millions as hacked social media channels push fake giveaways, deepfakes, and phishing links

Hackers rebrand top YouTube accounts to impersonate trusted names, then lure fans into clicking malware-filled links and livestreams.

The dark side of YouTube: Malicious links, phishing, and deepfakes

With billions of users, YouTube has become a tempting target for cybercriminals. They post malicious links in video descriptions and comments. Some send phishing emails to creators, posing as sponsors but attaching malware. Others hijack popular channels to promote fake… Read more → The post The dark side of YouTube: Malicious links, phishing, and deepfakes appeared first on IT Security News.