Ransom Demands in Sextortion Rise Due to Inflation

According to IT researchers, ransom demands in sextortion cases, where fraudsters claim to have stolen intimate images or videos, are on the rise. This increase in financial demands is attributed to inflation, which is also impacting the activities of cybercriminals. Victims receive threatening messages demanding payments in exchange for not disclosing their intimate content. Researchers have observed a trend of increasing demanded amounts, reflecting current economic pressures.