A new variant of sextortion scams is targeting spouses, accusing them of cheating and offering “proof” in a malicious link. These emails claim that a cybersecurity firm has hacked the recipient’s spouse’s devices and found incriminating evidence.
The scam has caused concern because it uses detailed personal information, such as maiden names or rarely used second last names, making it seem more legitimate. Some recipients have even reported that scammers used their pet’s name, information they shared on wedding planning sites like The Knot.
Victims reported receiving these emails from suspicious domains like 3bigs[.]com and savkar[.]ai with subject lines that use the spouse’s name. The emails link to fraudulent websites, potentially aiming to steal credentials or distribute malware.
Despite their frightening claims, these emails are scams, and the accusations are false. It’s essential not to click any links or engage with the sender. Simply delete the message and remain vigilant for similar attempts in the future.
