Search history blackmail scam targets Gmail users
Gmail Users Warned To Beware Of Insidious Search History Spyware Scam
Gmail users have been warned by U.S. law enforcement of an ongoing attack targeting them with claims of a search history spyware hack.
‘I'm watching your dirty behavior': Search history blackmail scam targets Gmail users
Imagine getting an email that contains your name, a picture of the front of your house and the words, “I’m watching your dirty behavior.” Maryland State Police are warning people about a blackmail scam.
‘I’ve got video of you’: New blackmail scam targeting Gmail users, Florida Sheriffs Association warns
The Florida Sheriff’s Association recently warned the public of a new online scam that threatens email users with releasing their search history if they don’t pay a large amount of money.
Beware of this Gmail scam targeting Maryland residents
Police say the scammer attempts to blackmail the victim into believing they have engaged in viewing pornography or the scammer has gained personal information that can be used against them.
Maryland State Police Warn Public Of Internet Gmail Scam
An internet scam involving Gmail accounts that is currently active in Maryland, and State Police are urging you to be aware and take steps to protect yourself as well as report to authorities if you have been victimized.
Maryland State Police warn residents of Gmail scheme
Maryland State Police are warning of a new online scheme. They say criminals are contacting people telling them they hacked your computer, gaining access to your information, your photos and contacts.
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