OFFICIAL U.S. Government Document: Joint Services Sextortion Brochure

OFFICIAL U.S. GOVERNMENT DOCUMENT: Joint Service Sextortion Brochure

This document provides guidance for U.S. Servicemembers on blackmail exploitation from Sextortion and is useful for others as well.

Refrain from engaging in sexually explicit activities online, such as posting or exchanging compromising photos/videos.
Adjust social media privacy settings and accounts to limit information available to unknown persons.
Exercise caution when accepting “friend” requests or communicating with unknown persons online.
Avoid advertising or discussing U.S. military and/or U.S. government affiliations.
Turn off electronic devices and cover webcams when not in use.
Safeguard your personal banking and credit card information from unknown recipients.
Update antivirus software and avoid downloading apps, files, or email attachments from unverified sources.
Trust your instincts – perpetrators are highly sophisticated and able to trick their victims into a false sense of security. If you have suspicions about the person you are communicating with, cease contact with them.

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