Cyber cops on Tuesday warned people to beware of an internet blackmail scam.
Police cyber crime experts said those targeted got an email telling them malware had been installed from a website they had visited, which allowed a remote access tool to take over their computer.
The scammers threaten “disclosure of personal information” and to send information about the victim to their contacts.
But a police spokesman said, “These threats are not credible and the RCIPS Cyber Crime Unit requests that if persons have received this type of email, they should report it to [email protected].”
Police added that scammers used a variety of techniques to intimidate targets into parting with cash.
A spokesman told the public, “Do not respond to this, or any other scam messages and never click on any link you are sent.
“Always verify by other means any messages received that appear to be out of context.”
For more advice on cyber security, government has provided tips online.
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