A critical alert has been issued regarding Facebook and Gmail, as numerous users in the UK have reported being victims of hacking incidents. It is imperative for anyone with an email or social

media account to remain vigilant and update their passwords accordingly. A significant warning has been disseminated, particularly for individuals utilizing social media or email platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Yahoo!, or Gmail. This alert has been prompted by Action Fraud, following reports from thousands of users whose accounts have been compromised.

Alarmingly, it is estimated that many individuals have fallen prey to cybercriminals, resulting in losses exceeding £1.3 million due to online fraud in the past year. According to Action Fraud, email and social media accounts have become prime targets for hackers, making it essential for users to implement straightforward yet urgent measures to enhance their online security. One recommended strategy is to create a password using three random words that hold personal significance.

This approach not only aids in memorization but also complicates the hacking process for cybercriminals. For instance, one might combine their birth month with their best friend's name and a favorite holiday destination, such as decembersusantenerife.

To further strengthen the password, it is advisable to incorporate additional characters, capital letters, and numbers, resulting in a format like D3cember$usantener1fe. Photo by בר, Wikimedia commons.