Dec 7, 05:41 PM

Sam Pitroda's Smartphone, Laptop, and Server Hacked; Ransom of Tens of Thousands in Cryptocurrency Demanded

Sam Pitroda, a prominent Congress leader, has reported that his smartphone, laptop, and server have been hacked. The hackers are demanding a ransom of tens of thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency. In response to the incident, Pitroda has reached out to family and friends, advising them to exercise caution and avoid opening any emails or messages related to him from unknown sources. This incident raises concerns about cybersecurity, especially as Harvard University police have also issued warnings about phishing scams targeting their affiliates.

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TIMES NOW@TimesNow
2 years ago
Congress Leader Sam Pitroda's Phone, Laptop Hacked; Hackers Demand Payment In Cryptocurrency #TNCards #SamPitroda #Hacking Read More: https://t.co/Tj6Zl4E15r https://t.co/PF1ttByret
Boston 25 News@boston25
2 years ago
Harvard University police warn of phishing scams towards school affiliates https://t.co/VYEwCPMD1M
IndiaToday@IndiaToday
2 years ago
Addressing the email to his family and friends, Pitroda urged caution, advising recipients not to open any emails or messages about him from unknown email IDs or phone numbers. #SamPitroda #Scam #Hacking https://t.co/j12tB6c37e

Sam Pitroda's Smartphone, Laptop, and Server Hacked; Ransom of Tens of Thousands in Cryptocurrency Demanded

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