Lock the attacker out and warn your contacts

    Speed beats elegance. Get the attacker out, warn your network through a different channel, then start cleaning up.

    Warning your contacts the right way

      • Use a different channel — if email is compromised, call or text
      • Be specific: 'If you got X message from me on Y date, ignore it'
      • Tell them what NOT to do (click links, send money, share codes)

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    Confirm the inbox is actively compromised

    Pin down which account, who's been emailed, and which sessions are unfamiliar.
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    Make the next phishing email harmless

    Use a password manager, hardware key and email aliases so a single phish can't cascade.
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    Use specialised victim resources

    Sextortion has dedicated services — they're free, confidential and fast.