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. Hyderabad Cyber Crime Cops Nab Job Fraudster
Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police arrested 25-year-old for running a job fraud racket targeting IT job aspirants via Telegram and WhatsApp. He posed as a consultant, offered fake jobs at firms like Accenture, and duped victims of lakhs. Police seized gadgets and documents during his Bengaluru arrest.
2. Cyber Police Help Victim Recover ₹8 Lakh Lost to Online Scam
Bhiwani Cyber Police recovered ₹8 lakh for an advocate, who was duped of ₹16.26 lakh in a “digital arrest” scam. Fraudsters posed as officials, coercing him into transferring money. Police arrested four accused and froze ₹10.14 lakh, returning ₹8 lakh with court assistance after swift investigation.
3. Rs 2 Crore Stock Trading Scam: Hyderabad Cyber Unit Arrests Accused
Hyderabad Cyber Crime Unit arrested a man in a ₹2.01 crore stock trading fraud. The accused, linked to five other cases, lured victims via fake investment groups on WhatsApp. Victims saw fake profits, but access was blocked after large deposits. Police urge caution against high-return investment scams.
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4. Coimbatore Cybercrime Unit Registers 15 New FIRs against a YouTuber
Coimbatore Cyber Crime Police registered 15 fresh FIRs against a YouTuber, following a Supreme Court order transferring cases from various Tamil Nadu districts. The SC directed speedy investigation and filing of charge sheets or closure reports. One case from May 2024 is already under trial.
5. Delhi EOW Arrests Two in ₹8.94 Crore Cyber Fraud Case
Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing arrested two men for siphoning ₹8.94 crore through cyber fraud. The accused manipulated bank account details using forged documents and gained corporate internet banking access to execute 94 fake transactions. A vegetable vendor and a bank employee were arrested following a detailed investigation.
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6. Cybercrime Targeting Charities Dropped by Over 50% Last Year, Says Government
The UK’s latest Cyber Security Breaches Survey revealed that charities faced 453,000 cybercrime incidents in the past year. Despite a drop in overall cybercrime against the sector, the number remains significant, highlighting the ongoing vulnerability of non-profit organisations to phishing, data breaches, and other digital threats.
7. Ransomware Attack Disrupted Operations, Admits US Sensor Maker Sensata
US sensor giant Sensata confirmed a ransomware attack on April 6 disrupted operations, affecting manufacturing, shipping, and support systems. The attackers encrypted devices and may have stolen data in a suspected double extortion scheme. Sensata is investigating the breach and working to restore systems, with financial impact still uncertain.
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8. EFCC Intensifies Crackdown on Cybercrime and Economic Sabotage
EFCC is intensifying its crackdown on cybercrime and economic sabotage, aiming to prevent individuals with illicit wealth from entering public office. Acting Zonal Director Bawa Usman highlighted major recent arrests, including 792 suspects in Lagos. The agency is also targeting illegal mining and seeking stronger media collaboration for public awareness.
9. Smokeloader Malware Operators Tracked and Arrested in Global Operation Endgame
Authorities in North America and Europe have begun arresting users of the Smokeloader botnet, targeting those who bought access to infected devices for deploying malware. This follow-up to Operation Endgame used seized databases to trace identities. Despite infrastructure disruption, Smokeloader remains active, and investigations are ongoing across multiple countries.
10. Europol Busts Five ‘Pay-Per-Infect’ Hackers—Some Turn Informants
Five individuals linked to the Smokeloader botnet have been detained as part of Operation Endgame’s ongoing crackdown. Europol revealed some suspects cooperated, offering digital evidence. Authorities traced buyers through a seized customer database. The investigation targets both malware operators and users, with more arrests and updates expected this year.
