Recently, many takeaway merchants have had their accounts hacked and then blackmailed. The reason is that the merchants accepted the accused program. The specific operation is that the program controls the merchant’s computer that has logged into Telegram, then packages the telegram, sends it back to the server, and logs in to the server to open a second verification, knocking all the merchant’s equipment offline. Then the blackmail started.

Telegram basic security settings

Turn off all download file options in [Settings-Advanced-Automatically download media files (private chats, groups, channels)] 1.jpg

Tinder security rule settings

Add rules in [Security Settings-Advanced Protection-Custom Rules] Prevent Telegram from automatically downloading media files to your computer 2.jpg

Verify

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