{"id":428029,"date":"2023-11-27T23:15:30","date_gmt":"2023-11-27T17:45:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gearrice.com\/update\/the-hitman-or-pimp-fraud-the-new-and-dangerous-scam-that-is-increasingly-common-on-porn-sites\/"},"modified":"2023-12-15T15:54:21","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T10:24:21","slug":"the-hitman-or-pimp-fraud-the-new-and-dangerous-scam-that-is-increasingly-common-on-porn-sites","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imageantra.com\/the-hitman-or-pimp-fraud-the-new-and-dangerous-scam-that-is-increasingly-common-on-porn-sites\/","title":{"rendered":"The hitman or pimp fraud, the new and dangerous scam that is increasingly common on porn sites"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A disturbing new scam is gaining ground, especially on adult content websites. Known as the hitman or pimp fraud<\/strong>this scam involves a complex plot of extortion and fear. <\/p>\n

According to information provided by the National Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE), this phenomenon is on the rise, being a clear example of how cybercriminals exploit human vulnerabilities.<\/p>\n

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The affected receive a message on WhatsApp from an unknown number<\/strong>. The sender claims to be a pimp or a hitman, accuses him of having caused problems for a female companion and demands a considerable sum of money to avoid “serious consequences.” <\/p>\n

These threats are accompanied by graphic images and videos of extreme violence to intensify fear. They are very effective.<\/p>\n

Cybercriminals steal data on dating or pornography sites<\/h2>\n
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The testimonies collected by INCIBE reveal that many victims admit to having visited prostitution dating sites or pornography pages<\/strong>, although they deny any direct interaction. Here lies the trick of scammers: they post fake ads on these sites, waiting for a user to take the bait. Once they have your phone number, the extortion game begins.<\/p>\n

The key to facing this threat is not to give in to fear. INCIBE recommends not following the scammer’s instructions, reporting and blocking the number, not sharing personal or banking information, and collecting evidence in case of persistent harassment. <\/p>\n

It is also crucial to practice egosurfing, that is, searching the Internet to see what personal information about you is publicly available.<\/p>\n

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These criminals can contact you in multiple ways, including online messaging, phone calls, emails, text messages and through social media. They use social engineering and various tricks to instill fear and extract money.<\/p>\n

The conclusion is clear: although these threats sound terrifying, they generally The objective of these criminals is purely economic<\/strong>. Staying calm, not giving in to blackmail and seeking help from the authorities is essential to deal with this situation. Sharing this information is vital to prevent more people from falling into this trap.<\/p>\n

For more details on how to protect yourself from these and other types of fraud, INCIBE offers a wide range of resources on its web portal. In times where internet security is paramount, being informed is our first line of defense.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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