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Phishing, spam, keyloggers and worms can all spread through Messenger. MSN Messenger 7 was probably the height of some of the most destructive worms, that would spread out of all recognition within just a few short weeks. The one that sticks out most for me is the bropia worm, that was designed to reek havoc on user's PCs. Now the biggest threat is from phishing scams after your personal details. MakeUseOf have provided 10 simple tips to improve your IM security.
Although most tips may appear to be common sense, it is often the ones that are that tend to be overlooked the most. Remember it doesn't take much to stay safe, but it can be a pain to fix.
MakeUseOf: Instant Messenger Hacks: 10 Security Tips to Protect Yourself
3. Don't chat with people not on your contact list
Always vet your contact list with people whom you know something about. Talking with Mr. Anonymous at the other end of space may be fraught with risk. It is possible to discover your computer address (i.e. your IP) from an instant message and that usually is the first requirement for a remote hack attack.
Although most tips may appear to be common sense, it is often the ones that are that tend to be overlooked the most. Remember it doesn't take much to stay safe, but it can be a pain to fix.
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