Sri Lanka, May 5 -- Sri Lanka CERT received several complaints recently from individuals coerced into paying ransom after falling prey to a WhatsApp video scam allegedly operated from India. The fraudsters utilise deceptive video tactics, often creating fake Facebook accounts to pose as attractive women. These scammers gain access to a target's Facebook profile through these accounts and connect with their friends before initiating a WhatsApp video call.

The incoming call features an attractive woman who appears nude. Due to the nature of the footage, some targets are persuaded to undress or engage in explicit behaviour. CERT noted that even if a victim does not undress, simply watching the video for several minutes provides enough foota...