Part-161

  James, Ryan, and Sourov found themselves back at Dwip's apartment. They had been gathering information about Alex, and they were ready to take the step.

  "We o get into Alex's phone," James said, his voice filled with determination. "He must know something about the scammers. Or it is also possible that he is one of the scammer."

  Dwip nodded. "I try to hato his phone," he replied. "But it won't be easy. He probably has strong security measures in pce."

  "Do you need anything from us?" Ryan asked.

  "Just give me his phone number," Dwip replied. "I'll take care of the rest."

  James handed Dwip Alex's phone number. Dwip typed it into his puter and began to work.

  A few hours ter, Dwip looked up from his s, a satisfied smile on his face. "I'm in," he said. "I mao send him a malicious link. He clicked on it, and now I have access to his phone."

  Malware (short for malicious software) refers to any type of software iionally desigo cause damage, disrupt, ain unauthorized access to puter systems, works, or devices. Malware take various forms and include viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, spyware, adware, and more. Its primary i is often malicious, aiming to steal sensitive information, gain trol over systems, or cause harm to data and devices. Users typically enter malware through ied files, malicious websites, or vulnerabilities in software that allow unauthorized access or execution of harmful code.

  [**Author's Note:** Be vigint against malware. Protect your data by avoiding suspicious links.]

  James and Sourov exged excited ghis was a major breakthrough.

  "Now what?" Ryan asked.

  "We o search through his files and messages," Dwip replied. "See if we find anythied to the scammers."

  They spent the few hours sifting through Alex's data. They found evidence of his involvement in the scam operation. He was unig with the mastermind, receiving instrus aing on his progress.

  With the damning eviden their hands, James, Ryan, and Sourov found themselves at a crossroads. They had finally uncovered the truth about Alex's involvement in the online scam, but the question remained: how to proceed?

  "We should front him directly," James suggested, his voice filled with determination. "Bckmail him into revealing everything he knows about the anization."

  Ryan and Sourov exged worried gnces. "That's risky," Ryan said. "Once he realizes we're on to him, he might try to retaliate."

  James nodded. "You're right," he admitted. "We o be careful. They might try to ambush us at any moment."

  After much deliberation, they decided on a more cautious approach. They would gather more evidend build a solid case against Alex and the anization. Then, they would tact the police, providing them with irrefutable proof of the scam operation.

  But before they could take any further a, they o eheir own safety. They decided to increase their vigince, always keeping a for suspicious activity.