There are a lot of viruses out there, yet some aren't really out there at all. Virus hoaxes are most often received as email messages with strong and frightful warnings that urge the recipient to forward them to as many people as they can. The tactic is used to get that email into as many mailboxes as possible. The actual threat they're publicizing is completely false. Virus hoaxes are more than mere annoyances, as they may lead some users to routinely ignore all virus warning messages, leaving them vulnerable to a genuine, destructive virus. Not all hoaxes appear as virus warnings, however. Some instead tell a sad or magnificent story, again urging the recipient to forward it to as many people as possible. When you receive an urgent virus warning message or any email that asks you to forward it to others, research it on any of these sites:

For an example of a virus hoax that has been used in the past (called the "postcard virus"), click here: http://urbanlegends.about.com/library/bl_postcard_virus.htm
Security alerts
Koobface malware spreads via Facebook

Koobface is the name of malware that spreads via Facebook and other social networking sites.  This malware is known for distibuting itself by posting links to videos or other software on users' Facebook pages.  Koobface has been around for quite some time, has many variations, and likes to use social engineering tactics. 

You can prevent a Koobface infection by

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Common threats
Safe Social Networking

Social networking sites are online community sites where users can network with other people.  Some examples of social networking websites are Facebook, Myspace, and LinkedIn.

Check out the FTC's guide and Tom Eston's social media security site about online safety tips on social networking websites.

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Security terms
Social Engineering -

the act of tricking users into providing confidential information or performing actions.

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