Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [19.12.2024]: 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. Cybercriminals in Kanpur Defraud Rs 41 Crore from 802 Victims Through Fake Calls in 2024
In 2024, Kanpur witnessed an alarming Rs 40.80 crore stolen from 802 victims via 1,936 fake numbers, a 20-fold increase from prior years. Despite efforts, only Rs 5 crore has been recovered, highlighting the growing challenge of combating digital fraud.
2. Timely Action by Bank and Cyber Police Prevents Kerala Doctor from Losing Lakhs to Fraudsters
Swift action by cyber police and SBI’s intelligence unit saved a Kerala doctor from losing Rs 4.2 lakh after scammers posing as Mumbai police orchestrated a ‘virtual arrest’ to extort money.
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3. Cyber Scam Busted: 15 Arrested in Gurugram for Cheating Victims of Rs 71 Crore
Gurugram police arrested 15 scammers linked to Rs 71 crore fraud cases, including fake FedEx officers and fraudulent investment schemes. Over 6,103 complaints and 253 cases were registered nationwide against them.
4. Hyderabad Woman Loses Rs 9.2 Lakh in Online Scam
A Vanasthalipuram woman lost Rs 9.2 lakh to scammers posing as cybercrime and Mumbai police officials, falsely accusing her of money laundering. A case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing.
5. Rajasthan Fraudster Apprehended in Rs 56 Lakh Cyber Crime Case
Kota police arrested Sohail Khan for defrauding a man of Rs 56 lakh through a fake share trading app. The victim was lured into investing and later demanded additional funds, prompting police action.
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INTERNATIONAL
6. INTERPOL Investigates Cyber-Driven Human Trafficking Operations
INTERPOL and OSCE launched an innovative operation targeting human trafficking via digital platforms. From November 19-22, 2024, 68 victims, 146 traffickers, and 365 suspicious accounts were identified, highlighting technology’s role in organized crime and enabling further investigations.
7. HubPhish Misuses HubSpot Tools to Steal Credentials of 20,000 European Users
Cybercriminals used HubSpot tools to steal credentials from 20,000 users in Europe, exploiting fake forms and phishing emails. Victims were redirected to malicious domains, compromising Microsoft Azure accounts. The campaign highlights novel phishing techniques and the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
8. Urgent Update: Apache Struts Vulnerability Found, Exploitation Attempts Underway
A critical flaw in Apache Struts (CVE-2024-53677) enables remote code execution via file upload manipulation. Exploited in the wild, the vulnerability affects versions up to 6.3.0.2. Users are urged to upgrade and implement secure coding practices to mitigate risks.
9. Bureau Secures $30M to Combat Deepfakes and Payment Fraud
Bureau, a San Francisco-based risk intelligence startup, raised $30M in Series B funding to expand AI-powered fraud prevention. With over $50M raised since 2020, Bureau integrates behavioral AI and identity data to combat fraud across banking, fintech, gaming, and e-commerce.
10. APT29 Hackers Use Fake RDP Servers and PyRDP to Target High-Profile Individuals
Russia-linked APT29 repurposed PyRDP to target governments, think tanks, and researchers, exploiting malicious RDP files for espionage. The attack bypasses malware, exfiltrating sensitive data via anonymized servers, emphasizing evolving methodologies in cyber espionage campaigns.
