Beware: Fake Bitwarden Ads on Facebook Steal Your Data!
Malicious Facebook ads are impersonating Bitwarden, tricking users into downloading a fake Chrome extension that steals sensitive data. Remember, if an ad insists on an “urgent” update, it’s likely trying to steal more than your attention. Stick to the official Chrome Web Store and always be wary of suspicious permissions.
Hot Take:
Oh, the irony of using a password manager to keep your secrets safe, only to have it turn into a master key for hackers! This cyber trick is the equivalent of finding out your security guard moonlights as a cat burglar. It’s a classic case of “look both ways before you click,” especially when you’re on Facebook, the internet’s equivalent of a digital flea market. Remember, folks, if it’s too good—or too urgent—to be true, it probably is. Stay safe and, for all things encrypted and secure, trust no one but the official website!
Key Points:
- Fake Bitwarden ads on Facebook promote a malicious Chrome extension.
- The ads mimic an official Chrome Web Store update prompt.
- Victims are tricked into downloading a ZIP file, bypassing security checks.
- The bogus extension collects user data and Facebook cookies.
- Users should only install extensions from official sources like bitwarden.com.