Question

Social networking sites have become a new conduit for malware because

Answer 1

Answer:

Social networking sites have become a new conduit for malware because they are especially vulnerable to social engineering.

Explanation:

These social networking sites allow users to post software codes.

They are used by a great number of people.

They allow the users of this site to post media and image files.

Also, they have poor user authentication.

This allows a functioning of th concerned site.

Answer 2

Answer:

In recent times we have seen a surge in the number of social media portals; they have millions of users. But, as much as good it has done, these platforms have also raised the issue of malware.

They are are conduits of malware and can pose potential security risk. Attempt of hacking of data, profile hacking, fake account, SQL injection attack, etc. are some of the threats while using these platforms.