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When a person posts work information, location or routines online, they offer elements that can be used to:
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Create personalized phishing emails.
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Carry out identity theft.
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Design corporate fraud by pretending to be an employee or manager.
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Execute extortion using real data to build trust.
According to cybersecurity research, a notable percentage of users struggle to identify phishing attempts. While the specific statistic of “almost one in four users” in Mexico from Kaspersky’s Digital Language study may require further context and updated figures (as studies change over time),it highlights a widespread vulnerability. Recent reports indicate that phishing success rates remain high, with a substantial portion of attacks originating from compromised email accounts and social media platforms. This risk increases when criminals have detailed personal information.
Moreover, many users accept terms and conditions without reviewing how the platforms store or process their personal data, a practice that can lead to unintended data sharing and privacy breaches.
How to join the trend without exposing yourself?
Cybersecurity specialists recommend applying basic measures before participating in online trends:
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avoid including full name, company, specific job title, address, or detailed daily routines.
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Do not upload images with logos, credentials, official documents, license plates, or screenshots containing sensitive data.
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