Technology

FBI says cybercriminals are hacking into victims’ online accounts to steal their intimate pictures

Low Severity Global
Date Occurred Aug 11, 2026 19:38 UTC
Event Type Technology
Source TechCrunch
Recorded Aug 11, 2026
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In a new alert, the FBI said cybercriminals are targeting adults and minors in an attempt to steal their personal and intimate pictures in extortion campaigns.

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https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/11/fbi-says-cybercriminals-are-hacking-into-victims-online-accounts-to-steal-their-intimate-pictures/
Event Metadata
  • ID #22993
  • Type Technology
  • Region Global
  • Severity Low
  • Indexed Aug 11, 2026
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