honey trapping

PROMOTING AWARENESS
ABOUT HONEY TRAPPING

INTRODUCTION
🠶 Honey trapping is a form of social engineering where an
individual is lured into a relationship or situation by an
attractive person with the intention of gathering information or
committing a crime. The term "honey trap" comes from the idea
of using sweet substances to attract bees. In this case, the sweet
substance is an attractive person who lures the victim into a
trap.
EXAMPLES
🠶 Spies using attractive people to gather information from
their targets.
🠶 Scammers using fake dating profiles to extort money from

their victims.
🠶 Criminals using attractive people to distract their targets

while they steal from them.
CHARACTERISTICS OF
HONEY TRAPPERS
❑ Here are some characteristics commonly associated with honey trappers:
🠶 Honey trappers are often physically attractive individuals. They use their appearance to
gain the attention and trust of their targets.
🠶 They possess exceptional social skills and are skilled at building rapport with others.
Honey trappers are adept at making their targets feel comfortable and valued.
🠶 Honey trappers are skilled manipulators. They know how to exploit emotions, desires, and
vulnerabilities to achieve their objectives. They may use flattery, seduction, or emotional
manipulation to control their targets.
CHARACTERISTICS OF
HONEY TRAPPERS
🠶 Honey trappers are excellent communicators. They are persuasive, articulate, and have the ability
to engage in meaningful conversations that make their targets feel heard and understood.
🠶 Honey trappers are attentive and observant. They pay close attention to their targets' behavior,
interests, and preferences, allowing them to tailor their approach and create a sense of connection.
🠶 Honey trappers exhibit patience and a long-term perspective. They are willing to invest time and
effort to build trust and gradually gain access to the desired information or resources.
🠶 Honey trappers seize opportunities that align with their objectives. They may exploit situations
where their targets are vulnerable or seeking emotional connections.
CHARACTERISTICS OF
HONEY TRAPPERS
🠶 Honey trappers are skilled in creating false identities or personas to deceive their targets. They
may use fake profiles, lie about their backgrounds, or invent elaborate stories to manipulate their
victims.
🠶 Honey trappers often display a lack of empathy towards their victims. They are focused on
achieving their goals and may not consider the emotional or psychological impact on those they
exploit.
🠶 Honey trappers are adaptable and can modify their tactics to suit different situations and targets.
They can adjust their strategies based on the individual they are targeting and the desired
outcome.
HOW HONEY TRAPPING
WORKS
🠶 The honey trapper gains the victim's trust through flattery and attention.
🠶 The honey trapper may use sex, romance, or the promise of a relationship to lure
the victim.
🠶 The honey trapper may ask the victim for sensitive information or money.
🠶 Once the honey trapper has what they want, they disappear or reveal their true
intentions .
WHY HONEY TRAPPING
WORKS
🠶 Humans are naturally attracted to attractive people.
🠶 Humans are social creatures and crave attention and

validation.
🠶 Humans are vulnerable to flattery and compliments.
🠶 Humans are willing to take risks for love or sex.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
FROM HONEY TRAPPING
🠶 Be wary of people who are too good to be true.
🠶 Don't share sensitive information with someone you just

met.
🠶 Use caution when using dating apps or social media.
🠶 Trust your gut and listen to your instincts.

HOW TO PROMOTE AWARENESS
ABOUT HONEY TRAPPING
🠶 Educate yourself about honey trapping and share your knowledge
with others.
🠶 Talk to your friends and family about the dangers of honey trapping.
🠶 Share information about honey trapping on social media.
🠶 Support organizations that work to combat honey trapping and other

forms of social engineering.
CONCLUSION
🠶 Honey trapping is a serious threat that can lead to

financial loss, emotional distress, and even physical
harm. By educating yourself and promoting
awareness about honey trapping, you can help
protect yourself and others from falling into the trap.
THANK YOU

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PROMOTING AWARENESS

ABOUT HONEY TRAPPING

🠶 Scammers using fake dating profiles to extort money from

🠶 Criminals using attractive people to distract their targets

🠶 Humans are social creatures and crave attention and

🠶 Humans are vulnerable to flattery and compliments.

🠶 Humans are willing to take risks for love or sex.

🠶 Don't share sensitive information with someone you just

🠶 Use caution when using dating apps or social media.

🠶 Trust your gut and listen to your instincts.

🠶 Share information about honey trapping on social media.

🠶 Support organizations that work to combat honey trapping and other

🠶 Honey trapping is a serious threat that can lead to

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