Editing Social engineering (security) (section)

=== Scareware ===
The victim is bombarded with multiple messages about fake threats and alerts, making them think that the system is infected with malware. Thus, attackers force them to install remote login software or other malicious software. Or directly extort a ransom, such as offering to send a certain amount of money in [[cryptocurrency]] in exchange for the safety of confidential videos that the criminal has, as he claims.<ref name=":3" />