BBB warns of a rise in sextortion email scams targeting Canadians, urging caution and reporting threats.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns Canadians about a rise in extortion email scams, known as "sextortion," where scammers threaten to expose personal information unless cryptocurrency is paid. These emails may include personal details to appear credible. The BBB advises against opening attachments or clicking links, recommends enhancing social media privacy settings, and urges victims to report threats to local police and check for compromised email accounts.

October 05, 2024
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