Why Are Posts That I Have Not Made Showing Up On My Account.

posts are being put onto my account that i have not made. they are being flagged and that is how i become aware of them.

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on November 11th, 2011 7:45 AM

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It's possible that malicious software was downloaded to your computer or that your password was stolen by a phishing website designed to look like Craigslist. Here's what you can do:

Run anti-virus software: If your computer has been infected with a virus or with malware, you will need to run anti-virus software to remove these harmful programs and keep your information secure.
- For Windows:
  http://www.microsoft.com/protect/viruses/xp/av.mspx http://www.microsoft.com/protect/computer/viruses/default.mspx
- For Apple/Mac OS:
  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2550
Reset password: From the Account Setting page, you will need to create a new password. Be sure that you use a complex string of numbers, letters, and punctuation marks that is at least six characters in length. Do not use words found in the dictionary.
Never click suspicious links: It is possible that your friends could have unwillingly sent you spam, viruses, or malware through Facebook if their accounts were infected. Do not click this material and do not run any .exe files on your computer without knowing what they are. Also, be sure to use the most current version of your browser as it will contain important security warnings and protection features.

You may report the issue to Craigslist, here, so it can investigate and take appropriate action.

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