Tunisia faces surge in Facebook account hacking attempts

This method involves tricking users into revealing a verification code. Scammers contact users via phone, SMS, or email, claiming that a verification code intended for them was mistakenly sent to the user's device. In reality, this code is crucial for the scammer to gain control of the victim's Facebook account.

Once the code is shared, the fraudster can access the account and change the password, thereby locking the legitimate owner out. The ANCS urges users to be extremely cautious and never share any verification code received via SMS or other means with a third party, even if the person requesting it claims it was sent by mistake. Verification codes are personal and confidential and should never be transmitted to anyone.

The best course of action when faced with such a request is to not respond and to withhold the code, as a seemingly innocent request could be an attempt to permanently hijack an account.