In Brief
- Users redirected from social media ads to adult content websites risk cyber fraud.
- The advisory by I4C highlights the threat of fraud through adult apps.
- Such apps can lead to unauthorized access to bank accounts and financial loss.
- The Centre urges vigilance to prevent falling victim to these scams.
The Indian government's cybercrime investigation agency, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), has issued an advisory highlighting a surge in cyber fraud cases linked to adult content applications. According to the advisory, users who click on social media advertisements are often redirected to websites offering adult content. These platforms reportedly employ tricks to defraud users, including gaining unauthorized access to bank accounts.
The I4C's warning aims to alert the public to the risks posed by downloading or interacting with these apps without proper caution. Cybercriminals use such tactics to compromise personal and financial data, leading to potential monetary losses.
The Centre has urged users to be vigilant when browsing social media advertisements and to avoid downloading apps from unverified sources. Awareness and caution are key to preventing people from falling victim to this growing cyber threat.
