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Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [10.12.2024]: 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. Five arrested for cyber offenses across Virudhunagar districts
The Virudhunagar Cyber Crime Police in Tamil Nadu arrested five individuals involved in cheating people of Rs 93 lakh through impersonation and investment frauds. Under Operation ‘Thiraineekku,’ special teams led by ASP K. Asokan apprehended suspects across districts. Additional arrests assisted other district police, with all accused placed in judicial custody until December 14.
2. Balurghat woman reclaims RS 9.3 lakh lost in online scam
The South Dinajpur Cyber Crime Police in West Bengal recovered Rs 9.3 lakh for a Balurghat woman defrauded via fake investment apps. The apps, downloaded from unverified sources, siphoned her money in phases. Prompt investigation led to full recovery in under four months. The victim praised the police for their swift and efficient action.
3. Beware of Festive Season Cyber Scams
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau warns against clicking unverified Christmas and New Year gift links on SMS, WhatsApp, and social media. Fraudsters use fake greetings and offers to spread malware, stealing personal data and accessing digital banking. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant and avoid unknown links.
4. Five Arrested in Kanyakumari Part-Time Job Fraud
The Kanyakumari Cyber Crime Wing arrested five individuals involved in a part-time job scam. The accused lured victims with fraudulent job offers, promising high payouts for minimal work. They extracted personal and financial details, using them to siphon money. A special team identified and apprehended the suspects, who are now in judicial custody.
5. Kolkata Police Warns Against New Cyber Fraud Targeting Families
Cybercriminals in Kolkata are posing as healthcare employees, tricking people into sharing sensitive information through fake emergency medical consent forms. They claim a family member needs urgent treatment, then use Aadhaar and bank details to steal money. Police advise verifying calls and forms before sharing personal data.
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6. AWS S3 bucket leak links ShinyHunters and Nemesis to new hacks
Researchers uncovered a large-scale hacking operation linked to ShinyHunters and Nemesis, exploiting website vulnerabilities and misconfigured AWS S3 buckets to steal 2TB of sensitive data. Hackers used tools like ffuf, Shodan, and AWS IPs to automate attacks. Stolen data, including credentials and cryptocurrency wallets, was sold on Telegram, highlighting cybersecurity flaws.
7. Australia’s cybercrime surge sparks calls for improved online security
Cybercrimes in Australia occur every six minutes, with email compromise being a major threat. Small businesses face losses over AUD $46,000 per incident. Experts urge organisations to adopt robust cyber hygiene practices, including software updates, automated patching, backups, MFA, access controls, and zero trust architecture to mitigate financial and operational impacts.
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8. Scammers pretending to be police caught in multi-million euro fraud
Authorities in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Europol dismantled a phishing gang targeting elderly victims across 10 European countries. Using online scams, impersonation, and door-to-door fraud, the gang caused millions in losses. Investigations led to eight arrests, seizure of luxury goods, and warnings to enhance cybersecurity awareness and avoid phishing traps.
9. New ‘Termite’ ransomware group takes credit for Blue Yonder attack
The Termite ransomware group attacked Blue Yonder, disrupting operations at companies like Starbucks and U.K. retailers. Threat actors exfiltrated 680GB of sensitive data, including insurance records, threatening leaks unless paid. Using modified Babuk ransomware, Termite has rapidly targeted multiple global sectors, prompting investigations by cybersecurity experts.
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10. Law enforcement shuts down Manson Market cybercrime hub
German law enforcement, with Europol’s support, dismantled Manson Market, a notorious cybercrime platform facilitating stolen data trade. Authorities seized 50 servers containing 200TB of data and arrested suspects in Austria and Germany. This follows the takedown of related platforms like Crimenetwork and encrypted messaging apps used for cybercrime coordination.
