FBI Alert on Extortion Email Scams

The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released an alert warning of a recent increase in extortion email scams. Cyber criminals threaten to release sexually explicit photos or videos of victims unless they agree to send payment. The alert provides additional characteristics of these scams and offers a list of tips for protection. Members are also encouraged to review the CISA tip “Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks.” Read the alert at the FBI.