Tech Email sextortion scams are on the rise, and they’re scary. Here’s what to do if you get one June 17, 2019Kate Fazzini, CNBCComments Off on Email sextortion scams are on the rise, and they’re scary. Here’s what to do if you get one Last year, electronic extortion complaints rose 242%, with total losses of $83 million. The advice from experts: Don’t fall for it.