How I Turned the Tables on a Cyber Scammer: A Step-by-Step Guide to Outsmarting Fraudsters
In the digital world, scammers are becoming more sophisticated with their tactics. They lure unsuspecting individuals with promises of easy money, fake job offers, or even threats designed to intimidate. But what happens when someone who understands the game plays along, turning the tables on the fraudsters? Well, that’s exactly what happened to me when I was recently targeted by a cyber scammer pretending to be an HR professional. Here's a detailed breakdown of the steps I took to expose this scam and how you can protect yourself in similar situations. ____________________________________________ Step 1: The Bait – Playing Along with the Scammer🎯 It all started when I received an unsolicited message from an unknown number on WhatsApp. The scammer introduced herself as an HR representative offering me a job. The offer was clear: complete a few tasks, and I would receive money in return. The catch? It was a scam! Instead of ignoring the message, I decided to...
