Link previews: How sharing links on social apps can turn into a security risk

Nwachukwu Glory  - Tech Expert
Last updated: November 15, 2023
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  • Link previews in chat applications can cause security threats if done in the wrong manner.
  • Users could expose their IP addresses and other private data to malware attacks, said researchers.
  • Popular apps like Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, WeChat, Instagram, and others are part of this vulnerable ecosystem.

In the modern-day, where we have luxuries such as the internet, it also brings many vulnerabilities. People in large numbers use social apps to communicate for personal, business, and other matters.

To much extent, we have compromised our privacy for the sake of using online services to benefit us. Well, it’s not even balanced at all; privacy matters much more than anything else. The online mafia is everywhere, and you can’t hide from the prying eyes. But, by taking sensible measures and being precautious, you can avoid being played at the hands of attackers.