Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [27.10.2024]: Click here to Know More
Important global cybercrime news has been curated by Futurecrime Researchers to keep you informed about various types of digital fraud occurring worldwide and to provide insights into the best mitigation strategies. Read below to learn more in detail.
1. Noida Resident Scammed Out of Rs8 Lakh in Cyber Fraud Case
Noida resident Surender Pal Vashisth was duped of Rs8 lakh by fraudsters impersonating officials from customs, police, and CBI. The scammers claimed they’d seized a parcel in his name linked to human trafficking. Pressured, he transferred funds via RTGS. Police have registered the case under BNS and IT Act provisions.
2. Hyderabad Pair Loses Rs5 Lakh in Separate Cyber Fraud Incidents
Two Hyderabad residents, including a woman, were scammed of nearly Rs5 lakh in separate cyber fraud cases. A 36-year-old woman lost Rs3.21 lakh after a scammer, posing as a Mumbai cybercrime official, claimed her Aadhaar was misused across states for illegal activities, including financial fraud and trafficking.
3. Karnataka Man Arrested for Cyber Harassment That Led Victim to Attempt Suicide
Surathkal police have arrested a man named Shariq for cyber harassment and issuing threats, which led a woman to attempt suicide. The accused allegedly hacked her Facebook account, sending explicit, threatening messages to her brother and friend. The complaint was filed on October 22, confirmed Commissioner Anupam Agrawal.
4. Three Arrested for Defrauding Hyderabad Resident of Rs1.45 Crore
Three Bengaluru residents were arrested for defrauding a Hyderabad local of Rs1.45 crore through a fake investment scheme by ‘X-T Square Financial Services,’ promising high returns. Victimized in 2019, the Hyderabad resident invested heavily after an initial Rs2 lakh. Investigation revealed funds siphoned via multiple bank accounts. Cyber police urge caution in investment offers.
5. Cybercriminals Impersonate Customs Officials, Cheat Sambalpur Resident of Rs1 Lakh
A resident from Dhanupali, Sambalpur, was scammed of Rs1 lakh by fraudsters posing as customs officials. Claiming a parcel containing valuables was seized in their name, the scammers pressured the victim through WhatsApp calls and fake police orders. Police have filed a complaint and initiated an investigation.
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6. Notorious Hacker Group TeamTNT Resurfaces with New Cloud Attacks for Crypto Mining
The cryptojacking group TeamTNT is launching a large-scale attack on cloud-native environments, targeting exposed Docker daemons for cryptocurrency mining and rental. Deploying Sliver malware via compromised Docker Hub accounts, they enlist Docker Swarm for illicit operations, leveraging compromised servers and evading security with advanced tactics.
7. Four REvil Ransomware Members Sentenced in Rare Cybercrime Trial in Russia
Four former members of the REvil ransomware gang were sentenced in Russia to prison terms of 4.5 to 6 years for hacking and money laundering. This rare conviction of Russian cybercriminals follows the dismantling of REvil by Russia’s FSB. Eight other members remain under investigation for related cyber offenses.
8. CERT-UA Uncovers Malicious RDP Files on Attack Targeting Ukrainian Entities
CERT-UA has revealed a new cyber campaign targeting Ukrainian government, enterprise, and military entities. Hackers deploy phishing emails with RDP attachments, enabling remote access and malware deployment. Linked to Russian APT29, the attacks exploit fake AWS domains. Additional phishing attacks using malware like HOMESTEEL seek to steal sensitive data.
9. Delta Airlines Files Suit Against CrowdStrike Over Global IT Outage This Summer
Delta Airlines has filed a lawsuit against cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, alleging negligence leading to a July IT outage that grounded flights, disrupted over a million travelers, and caused $500 million in losses. CrowdStrike disputes Delta’s claims, stating the airline is misdirecting blame for its slow recovery efforts.
10. Chinese Cyberattack Targets Senior Congressional Democrats
Chinese hackers reportedly targeted phones of senior Democratic officials, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s staff, alongside former President Trump and Sen. J.D. Vance. The FBI and CISA are investigating unauthorized access to U.S. telecommunications infrastructure, part of a broader cyber-espionage operation linked to the 2024 election.