Introduction

Sextortion is a growing cybercrime where criminals blackmail victims using intimate images or videos. Many individuals in India have fallen victim to this crime, leading to severe emotional distress and financial loss. This blog highlights how sextortion scams operate and how victims can seek legal help.

How Sextortion Scams Work

1. Fake Online Relationships: Scammers befriend victims on social media and later threaten to leak intimate content.
2. Hacked Webcams: Hackers secretly record users through compromised webcams.
3. Threatening Emails: Cybercriminals claim to have explicit footage and demand money to delete it.
4. Compromised Cloud Storage: Hackers gain access to private files stored on the cloud and use them for blackmail.

How to Prevent Sextortion

• Be Cautious on Social Media: Avoid sharing personal or intimate content with strangers.
• Secure Your Webcam: Cover your webcam when not in use.
• Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Adds an extra layer of security to your accounts.
• Do Not Give In to Threats: Paying the scammer does not guarantee that the content will not be leaked.

Legal Actions Against Sextortion in India

1. Section 354C of IPC: Covers voyeurism and capturing intimate images without consent.
2. IT Act, 2000 (Section 66E): Punishes the transmission of private content without permission.
3. Where to Report: Victims should file a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in or with local police.

How Advocate Panchanand Shaw Can Help

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Conclusion

Sextortion is a severe cybercrime that requires immediate legal action. Victims should never stay silent but report incidents and seek professional legal help to protect themselves.

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Report cyber crime complaint – http://cybercrime.gov.in