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AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles

फर्जी सोशल मीडिया प्रोफ़ाइल और एआई डीपफेक सेक्सटॉर्शन

INDIA — By BharatSecure Threat Intelligence Team ·

Dangerous Risk: 10/10 Severity: Critical BharatSecure Threat Intelligence

Category: Other

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Verdict Summary

AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles is a confirmed scam. Do not engage — block the sender and report to 1930 (National Cyber Crime Helpline) immediately.

Risk score: 10/10 · Severity: Critical · Verdict: Dangerous

Scam Intelligence: AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles

Proprietary signals from BharatSecure's scam-tracking database.

Last reportedOct 03, 2026
First documentedOct 03, 2026

How AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles Works

  1. Create a fake social media profile to appear trustworthy
  2. Contact the victim on Messenger or similar chat apps
  3. Conduct a video call and capture the victim in a compromising position
  4. Generate AI-made obscene or pornographic videos from the footage
  5. Threaten to upload or share the content unless a large payment is made

Visual Intelligence: Deepfake Profile Alert

BharatSecure's AI has identified this as a deepfake profile alert used in scams targeting Indian users.

Common Scam Narratives

  • A fake woman or acquaintance starts a chat and pushes for a private call
  • The victim is recorded and later shown AI-altered obscene videos
  • Scammers threaten public exposure and demand a ransom

Associated Scam Types

  • fake social media profile
  • video-call blackmail
  • AI deepfake extortion

Who Does AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles Target?

India-based and overseas victims, including NRIs

Red Flags — How to Identify AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles

  • Profile identity looks fake or newly created
  • Compromising video call request from an unknown account
  • AI-generated explicit content used for blackmail
  • Extortion demand in foreign currency

What To Do If You Encounter AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles

  1. Do not respond
  2. Block sender
  3. Report at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930

How to Report AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles in India

  • Call 1930 — National Cyber Crime Helpline (24x7)
  • File a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in
  • Contact your bank immediately if money was lost
  • Call RBI helpline: 14440 for banking fraud

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles?
AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles is a reported other scam that BharatSecure has documented as affecting Indian users. Fraudsters use it to trick victims into sharing money, OTPs, or personal and banking details. It currently carries a risk rating of 10/10 (Critical).
Is AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles dangerous, and how common is it in India?
Yes. This scam is rated Critical severity (10/10) because it can lead to direct financial loss or identity theft. It spreads through SMS, WhatsApp, phone calls, and fake websites, and variants are reported across India throughout the year. Treat any unexpected message or call matching this pattern as suspicious until verified.
How can I protect myself from AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles?
Do not respond Block sender Report at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930 Never share OTPs, UPI PINs, card numbers, or passwords; verify any request independently using official numbers from the company's real website; and avoid clicking links in unsolicited messages.
How do I report AI-deepfake sextortion using fake social media profiles in India?
Call 1930 (the National Cyber Crime Helpline) within 24 hours for the best chance of recovering funds, and file a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in with screenshots and transaction details. Notify your bank's fraud team to freeze transactions, and report the suspect UPI ID or phone number to BharatSecure so other users can be warned.

Status: Still developing

We are still adding sources. This pattern has not yet been matched to credible published sources, so treat it as unconfirmed.

References

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  1. [1] गाजियाबाद में सेक्सटॉर्शन के जरिए ब्लैकमेल करने वाले चार गिरफ्तार: वीडियो कॉल कर AI से बनाते थे अश्लील वीडियो, 50 हजार डॉलर की मांग - Loni News — Bhaskar. Publication date not established. Accessed: 2026-10-03T17:12:43.039160+00:00. Listed source — claim support not independently established
  2. [2] Jamia Millia student among 4 held for using AI deepfakes to extort money from NRI - The Times of India — The Times of India. Publication date not established. Accessed: 2026-10-03T17:12:43.039160+00:00. Listed source — claim support not independently established
  3. [3] www.aajtak.in · uttar-pradesh · storyAI से बनाया अश्लील वीडियो, कनाडाई NRI से मांगे 50 हजार डॉलर ... — Aaj Tak. Publication date not established. Accessed: 2026-10-03T17:12:43.039160+00:00. Listed source — claim support not independently established

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