TikTok's explosive growth has also made it a hotspot for cybercriminals. In this article, we uncover how attackers are exploiting the platform’s vulnerabilities, from zero-click attacks that require no user interaction to AI-generated phishing scams and flaws in third-party app integrations.

Cybercriminals are targeting mobile users more than ever, using sophisticated tools to steal credentials, monitor messages, and manipulate user data. With younger users and high-profile accounts in the crosshairs, the risks are escalating globally.

At Da Vinci Cybersecurity, we help individuals and organisations defend against these threats through:

• Mobile device security assessments

• Dark web monitoring for leaked TikTok credentials

• Zero-click exploit detection

• Cybersecurity awareness training tailored to social media threats

Whether you're a content creator, parent, or business using TikTok for marketing, our team at Da Vinci is here to keep your digital presence safe.

Stay informed. Stay protected. Let Da Vinci Cybersecurity be your frontline defence in the evolving TikTok threat landscape.

Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) cyber attacks, a threat where criminals intercept communication between a user and an application. It details how these attacks involve two primary stages: interception and decryption.

South African Airways has confirmed it was hit by a significant cyberattack over the weekend—an incident that briefly shut down its website, mobile app, and even affected some internal operations. The breach, which began on Saturday the 3rd of May, triggered a swift response from the airline, including disaster management protocols and the involvement of cyber forensic experts.