Seqrite uncovers rising digital honey trap attacks that steal confidential information by targeting emotions over technology

Seqrite, the enterprise security arm of Quick Heal Technologies Limited has uncovered concerning details about the growing threat of digital honey traps. These sophisticated scams use fake romantic relationships to steal sensitive information from government officials, corporate employees, and other high-value targets. According to research conducted by the team at Seqrite Labs, India’s largest malware analysis facility, these attacks have moved beyond traditional espionage tactics and now exploit human emotions through social media platforms and dating apps, bypassing security systems by manipulating people directly rather than targeting technical vulnerabilities.

Researchers at Seqrite Labs identified the primary targets as government officers with access to classified documents, employees in IT, finance, defense, and research divisions, and anyone with access credentials or decision-making power. The company warns that vulnerability knows no bounds, whether you’re an ordinary citizen or a high-profile target, you could be at risk of these ...