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For smaller scale ransomware bitcoin was and still is very popular because its the easiest crypto to buy and use. So if your average target is a non-technical h

For smaller scale ransomware bitcoin was and still is very popular because its the easiest crypto to buy and use. So if your average target is a non-technical home or small business user bitcoin will net you far better returns. Ransomeware still often includes live phone support and other features targeted at helping victims purchase and send bitcoins because its still a difficult and unfamiliar task for the average person.

markkanof 6y ago
That's so disturbing. I can't imagine going through a phone call with "tech support" trying to figure out how to send bitcoins knowing the whole time that the support person is the one who is extorting ransom from you. It also seems like an opportunity to escalate the scam to the next level. Go to this site (controlled by the scammer) and enter your credit card to send bitcoin. Now they have your credit card too.
- colinmhayes 6y ago
  This is how I feel on the phone with comcast. It's just business