3 papers
cs.CY2024
The Grandparent Scam: A Systems Perspective Case Study On Elder Fraud And The Concept Of Human Layering
Michelle Espinoza
In April 2024, an 81-year-old Ohio man was charged with murder, assault, and kidnapping. The man believed that he was protecting his family from scammers threatening harm. What he…
cs.CR2024
Weaponization of Conscience in Cybercrime and Online Fraud: A Novel Systems Theory
Michelle Espinoza
This article introduces the concept of weaponization of conscience as a complex system and tactic employed by fraudsters to camouflage their activity, coerce others, or to deceive…
cs.CY2024
The TikToking troll and weaponization of conscience: A systems perspective case study
Michelle Espinoza
Cybercrime is a pervasive threat that impacts every facet of society. Its reach transcends geographic borders and extends far beyond the digital realm, often serving as the catalys…