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Cyber kidnapping, or virtual kidnapping, involves scammers impersonating authorities and manipulating victims into believing their loved ones are in peril. They typically make contact via phone, email, or social media, often from unknown or masked numbers. Using social engineering tactics, scammers create a sense of urgency, leverage cultural perceptions of authority, and employ sophisticated technology such as deepfake videos and voice cloning to make their threats convincing.