One scientist did respond. It led to back-and-forth emails and a brief phone call to settle on an interview time. The impersonator sent a Microsoft Teams-like link. The result was a hack that accessed the victim’s computer, phone, apple ID, business and home gmail accounts. 2/4
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They also accessed Twitter and other social media accounts. They have possession of the scientist's financial account details. And most disturbing, they tried to get into the person’s home security alarm system. 3/4
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These actors seem to be “China virus lab theory” conspiracists targeting scientists who’ve done work w Chinese labs. Pass this thread to your relevant colleagues. I’m terribly sorry that anyone would use my identity to go after you. The authorities are investigating. 4/4
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Thank you for sharing! I forwarded this to family and friends.
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Sorry to hear this Atul, and thanks for warning everyone. Interesting story for
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I’m sorry this has happened to you. A waste of precious time. I am forever grateful to you for, Being Mortal, which I read twice during a difficult period of loss.
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@911CORLEBRA777@LouiseMensch@File411@20committee Might take a look and share.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@DrEricDing Spread the wordThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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