Instagram Phishing Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Instagram phishing in digital assets. Phishing involves tricking users into revealing sensitive information by creating fake websites that resemble the genuine platform. This scanner helps ensure the security of Instagram users by identifying such threats.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
17 days 22 hours
Scan only one
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Instagram is a widely used social media platform that allows users to share photos and videos. It is immensely popular among individuals, influencers, brands, and businesses for marketing and personal engagement. With millions of active users, Instagram serves as a key communication tool and community builder globally.
Phishing is a type of cyber attack where malicious actors create fraudulent websites resembling legitimate ones, like Instagram, to deceive users into providing sensitive information such as login credentials. Detecting phishing threats protects users from such scams by ensuring the platform remains trustworthy.
The technical details of this vulnerability involve identifying elements such as login forms or landing pages that mimic Instagram's interface but are hosted on non-legitimate domains. The discernment relies on verifying the domain against authorized Instagram ones.
Exploitation of a phishing vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to users' private information, resulting in identity theft, financial loss, and damage to the affected person's social reputation. Furthermore, large-scale phishing attacks can compromise brand integrity.
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