Social Media Self-Defense

1 min read Advanced Security Topics

Social platforms provide rich hunting grounds for social engineers:

Privacy Configuration:

Set all profiles to maximum privacy settings
Regularly audit and update privacy controls
Limit profile information to essentials
Restrict who can see your connections
Disable public search engine indexing
Review tagged photos and posts

Content Awareness:

Avoid sharing personal milestones publicly
Never post financial information or indicators
Be cautious with location sharing
Delay vacation posts until after returning
Limit work-related information
Consider the aggregate picture your posts create

Connection Management:

Scrutinize connection requests carefully
Verify identity of supposed acquaintances
Regularly prune connections
Be suspicious of duplicate profiles
Report and block suspicious accounts
Educate family members about connection risks