Twitter has removed the method of receiving codes via SMS from its two-factor authentication options for the vast majority of its users in the past few weeks. The verification method, which is now available only to Twitter Blue subscribers who pay $ 8 a month, raises the possibility of new cyber security risks for users who do not receive this subscription. Alev Akkoyunlu, Operations Director of Laykon Bilişim, the Turkey distributor of Bitdefender Antivirus, shares tips for avoiding possible security risks on this innovation of Twitter, a powerful social media platform.
Considered one of the most active social media platforms of the 400st century with 21 million active users, Twitter has recently made a security change. Twitter has removed the method of receiving codes via SMS from its two-factor authentication options. The verification method, which is now available only to Twitter Blue subscribers who pay $ 8 a month, has revealed new cyber security risks for users who do not buy this subscription. Alev Akkoyunlu, Operations Director of Laykon Bilişim, the Turkey distributor of Bitdefender Antivirus, who emphasizes that the platform should enable double-factor authentication, which is the most basic security measure, to all users, not just those who pay money, shares tips to avoid possible security risks.
Only Blue Members Can Benefit From Double-Factor Protection
Two-factor authentication methods provide an extra layer of security to apps and websites, with both a password and a unique code that must be entered after logging in to access the profile. Even if someone obtains the password of an account protected by two-factor authentication, if they try to log in to the account, a 6-digit code is sent to the phone of the account owner. Thus, even if the hacker has obtained the user's e-mail address and password, they cannot access the account without the code. Although it does not provide full protection against cybercriminals, Twitter has recently closed this method to its general users, which is much more secure than just the use of passwords. The method, which is now only available to Twitter Blue subscribers who pay $ 8 a month, raises the possibility of new cyber security risks for users, while the Operations Director of Laykon Bilişim, the Turkey distributor of Bitdefender Antivirus, Alev Akkoyunlu, in the face of all risks, It lists 8 different tips for users who want to protect their money while using Twitter.
1. Do not share any personal identifiers such as your phone number, home / work address, date of birth, personal information of your relatives.
2. Do not share photos or other media that may be sensitive.
3. Use strong and unique passwords for each account, consisting of letters, numbers, punctuation marks. Your password should not be the same as the password from the email address you registered with Twitter.
4. Change your privacy and security settings. Disable your location and prevent other users from finding your account via your email address or phone number.
5. Use an award-winning security solution such as Total Security by Bitdefender, which provides complete protection for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android against malicious attacks and phishing links. In this way, you can also use the password manager and account verification features.
6. Be wary of people you don't know promoting links, ads or investment opportunities via DM.
7. Block and report abusive accounts.
8. Never give your financial information to anyone you meet online.