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Fraudsters: 'We Know Where You Live'

The 404 Media Podcast

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Beware the Digital Threat: Stay Informed and Cautious

Podcast ads often frustrate listeners, highlighting a general dislike for interruptions in content. Effective engagements and support are essential for media companies, like 404 Media, which are journalist-founded and reliant on subscriber backing for exclusive content. The discussion turns serious with a focus on 'sextortion' scams, where victims receive threatening emails that feature personal photographs of their homes. These emails typically lack subject lines, may include the victim's address, and include a potentially harmful PDF attachment. Caution is advised against clicking on such attachments due to the risk of malware. Awareness of these threats is crucial for personal safety online.

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