Authorities caution Facebook users of a recent scam. The social media posting features a story regarding Lynchburg city council banning pit bulls in the city. Officials tell media outlets that the clam is not true and that the link is one of a growing list of Internet hoaxes; many of which contain links to information-stealing viruses. Expert warn by clicking on the link you may be giving hackers access to your personal information and urge people to research stories first.
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