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New nationwide ‘fake porn’ scam targeting social media users

Authorities are warning of a new scam targeting social media users across the country, in which their images and information are being stolen and used to promote fake porn sites.
Key points:
- A new scam targeting social media users is stealing images and personal details to promote fake porn sites
- Experts say the scam is nationwide and social media sites need to do more to protect users
- Police say victims should report scam online and to local stations
Cyber security experts say they receive daily calls from victims, with the content often difficult to remove and the criminals almost never caught.
Victims say more needs to be done by social media platforms to better protect their users.
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