Scam Signature Message: Check it out here, Look at you haha:P

Scam Type: Phishing

Trending: January 2011

Why it’s a Scam:

Once you click on the Wall Post link, you are taken to the following page:

The wall post link appears to be sending you to a legitimate a Facebook application, but instead you are redirected to a URL external to Facebook. This is a phishing attempt on the part of the scammer. The unsuspecting and naive might not notice that they have been redirected to a site other than Facebook. If you login on this page, then the scammer has your Facebook login credentials and can hijack your account.

How to Deal with the Scam:

If you or someone you know has been victimized by a scam like this, then check out the following guide: “Four Things you need to do if your Facebook account gets hacked.“

If you or your Facebook friends are falling for tricks like this, it’s time to get yourself informed of the latest threats. Be sure to join the Facecrooks page on Facebook to stay informed of the latest security issues. Also check out:

Your Ultimate Guide to Facebook Scams and How to Deal with Them