Lars Daniel is the Practice Leader of Digital Forensics at Envista Forensics. He covers cybersecurity and electronic evidence, focusing on the intersection of technology in legal proceedings and our digital lives.
Halloween may be a time for ghouls, goblins, and harmless pranks, but in the digital landscape, there’s a new trick with devastating consequences. A rapidly growing scam known as “ pig butchering ” has been targeting consumers, luring them into fake investment schemes through trusted online relationships.
By taking the time to build friendships or even romantic connections, scammers gain their victims’ confidence and eventually their money. As this scam continues to grow, it’s crucial to know how it works and what to watch out for before it’s too late.Pig butchering is a social engineering scam that combines elements of trust-building and fake investment opportunities.
Erin West, a deputy district attorney in Santa Clara County, California, has been at the forefront of combating these scams. In an, West emphasizes that,"These scammers are master manipulators. They spend weeks or even months grooming their victims, creating a false sense of intimacy and trust. By the time they ask for money, the victim often feels they're helping a close friend rather than falling for a scam.
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