Social Media & Security

Explore the intersection of social media and cybersecurity in this insightful 56-minute conference talk from Security BSides London. Delve into the evolution of online threats, from email spam to sophisticated attacks on social networks. Examine the impact of dynamic web applications and Facebook apps on security landscapes. Uncover the risks associated with automated social engineering and the vulnerabilities of popular platforms like Twitter. Learn about the time users spend on social media, account hijackings, and the spread of malware through these channels. Gain valuable insights into how search engine malware crawlers operate and their implications for online safety.

Introduction
Email Spam
Half the Spam disappeared
Web Activities
Dynamic Web Apps
Social Networks
Facebook Apps
Automated Social Engineering
How much time people spend on Twitter
Twitter account hijackings
Twitter malware
Search engine malware crawler