Don't Login from Links

​It’s getting way too easy to lose everything on your computer — and you might not even realize it’s happening.

Passwords alone aren’t safe anymore. Hackers are sneaky, and they're really good at stealing passwords. That’s why companies like Microsoft and Google are pushing people to use something better called passkeys. Passkeys basically tie your account to your actual device, like your phone or computer, instead of just relying on a password.

Even if you’re using two-factor authentication, like when you get a code texted to your phone, you’re still not completely safe. Scammers have found new tricks. They send fake popups or emails that look real, sometimes warning you about a “problem” on your computer or telling you to log in to something important. If you click, they might trick you into copying and pasting something dangerous into your computer. 
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Even worse, scammers are now stealing the special codes your computer uses to stay logged in. They don’t just steal your password — they take the whole session. Once they have that, they don’t even need your password or your phone to get into your accounts. They can just waltz right in and grab your emails, your documents, your whole digital life.

A new attack kit called SessionShark makes things even scarier. It creates fake Microsoft login pages that look so real you probably couldn’t tell the difference. They even fake error messages to make everything seem normal. It’s incredibly convincing, and it’s designed to trick even cautious people.
One wrong click could hand over full control of your Office 365, Google, or other important accounts. It’s that easy to lose everything.

To protect yourself, always log in the normal way you’re used to. Don’t click login links in emails, popups, or messages. Type in the website address yourself, or open the app directly. Set up passkeys if your account offers them — they’re much safer than passwords or texted codes. And always be suspicious if something feels a little off, even if it looks official. Hackers are banking on you trusting them.

If something feels weird, it probably is. Always go to the real website yourself instead of trusting a link someone sent you.

Stay safe out there!

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