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FBI: Hackers using social engineering to breach accounts and steal explicit content
August 12, 2026 · The Record · Severity: MEDIUM
The FBI warns that hackers are using social engineering, leaked passwords, and spoofed social media sites to breach accounts and steal explicit content. The stolen material is then sold online, targeting individuals for financial gain.
Key Takeaways
- Hackers use social engineering and leaked passwords to breach accounts.
- Spoofed social media sites trick users into handing over credentials.
- Stolen explicit content is sold online, warns the FBI.