Sextortion

Sextortion is a form of cyber extortion in which individuals are coerced into providing money or other forms of compensation in exchange for the prevention of intimate or compromising material being released. In digital forensics and cyber investigations, sextortion cases require careful analysis of digital evidence, such as email communications, social media interactions, and manipulated images. This category explores the investigation of sextortion crimes, offering insights into how digital forensics experts help victims, trace perpetrators, and prevent further exploitation.