Oct 2025
"In the past, cybercriminals had to get creative with their efforts to forge a verified identity online. More technical bad actors worked to compromise the legitimate accounts of real public figures or organizations. Others tried more rudimentary tactics, like using characters or emojis in their username that bear a resemblance to the blue check. There are even dark web marketplaces where you can purchase accounts with a certain number of followers and a verification badge."
Fake Blue Check Exposed: How Scammers Use Verification
Fake Blue Check: learn to spot fake verification, avoid scams, and follow expert steps with real case examples.
https://www.digitalforensics.com/blog/extortion/how-fake-blue-checks-on-social-media-perpetuate-cybercrime/
