eBay users urged to change passwords after hacking
eBay has urged its users to change their passwords after the website's database - containing names and contact details of customers - was compromised by hackers.
Ebay hacked: What to do now to protect your accounts
A cyber security expert has given this step by step guide on what to do after the eBay attack.
Step 1: Password change
– Immediately change your password. See Ntegra's recommendations on strong passwords by clicking here.
Step 2: Change other accounts using the same credentials
- If you use the same username and/or password elsewhere, change your password there also.
Step 3: Check your delivery address
- Check your delivery addresses on eBay for fraudulent addresses, a hacker could use your account and have goods delivered elsewhere. Delete unused addresses immediately.
With thanks to Ntegra.
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