Explained: What is grandparent scam and how to protect yourself from one – Times of India
A grandparent scam is a type of social engineering fraud that targets seniors, specifically grandparents. Scammers typically impersonate a grandchild (or another close relative) in distress and attempt to trick the grandparent into sending money or revealing personal information.Here’s a breakdown of how the scam works:* The scammer contacts the victim, usually by phone, posing…