Scam Name: Justin Bieber Trying to Flirt

Scam Signature Message(s): OMG Justin Bieber trying to flirt, check it out

Scam Link: tiny.cc link

Scam Type: Rogue Application Trending: August 12, 2010

Why it’s a Scam:

The application requests permission to access your profile. Once permission is granted the application can publish items to your Wall and can spread advertisements for the rogue app.

How to Deal with the Scam:

Delete any messages it may have posted to your Newsfeed and remove the application’s access rights to your profile.

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