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How the Reddit and Discord false report scam steals accounts

Scammers are targeting users on platforms like Reddit and Discord by initiating conversations under the guise of a mistaken account report. They aim to trick victims into revealing login credentials or verification codes, or into changing their account's linked email address. The ultimate goal is to gain unauthorized access to accounts, lock users out, or extort payment by threatening account deletion or misuse.