At that point, you'll be asked to allow installation of third-party software to allow you to register for the tickets. If you agree, you will download rogue software that can access your profile and post messages from your account.
Last month the hot Facebook scam was the promise of free giftcards from Starbucks. That scam has now migrated from Facebook and is being distributed through spam emails.
An email received at ConsumerAffairs.com today reads:
“Facebook Users!, Starbucks is gifting away new giftcards! Rush, Dont waste any time. Here is webpage (link) There just 332 left!!!
The rest of the scam is pretty much the same. Users are enticed into downloading an application that gives the scammer access to your Facebook account. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/11/facebook-scams-snare-victims-with-freebies.html
Last month the hot Facebook scam was the promise of free giftcards from Starbucks. That scam has now migrated from Facebook and is being distributed through spam emails.
An email received at ConsumerAffairs.com today reads:
“Facebook Users!, Starbucks is gifting away new giftcards! Rush, Dont waste any time. Here is webpage (link) There just 332 left!!!
The rest of the scam is pretty much the same. Users are enticed into downloading an application that gives the scammer access to your Facebook account. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/11/facebook-scams-snare-victims-with-freebies.html
