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. Cyber criminals dupe Mumbai student of ₹6 lakh over fake escort services
A 23-year-old chemical technology student from Tamil Nadu, residing in Mumbai, lost over ₹6 lakh to cyber fraudsters after seeking escort services online. Lured through WhatsApp, he made multiple payments under various pretexts. Realizing the scam, he filed a complaint with Matunga police, who registered an FIR under BNS and IT Act.
2. Tamil Nadu cyber fraud busted, four held for duping man of ₹81.7 lakh
A Vellore resident lost ₹81.7 lakh to fraudsters posing as Bengaluru police, falsely accusing him of involvement in human trafficking. The scam trail led to a bank account opened for an alleged online gaming business. Further investigation revealed the role of multiple individuals managing fraudulent accounts across Coimbatore.
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3. Cyberabad police recover 310 missing mobile phones worth ₹95 lakh in one month
Cyberabad Police recovered 310 stolen and lost mobile phones worth ₹95 lakh within 30 days using the CEIR portal. The devices were returned to rightful owners. Officials urged timely reporting of thefts and public vigilance against cyber fraud, emphasizing data safety and recommending CCTV installation in residential and community areas.
4. Four held in major cyber crime case as police crack down on online fraud
In an anti-cybercrime drive in Deoghar, a joint team of Cyber Thana and local police detained four youths suspected of making fraudulent calls and cheating people. The arrests aim to curb rising cyber fraud in the region. Authorities continue investigating their involvement in organized online scams.
5. Digital arrest scam: two nabbed for impersonating police to extort money
In Prayagraj, two cyber fraudsters were arrested for posing as Crime Branch officers during a video call to extort ₹28 lakh from a victim. They threatened him with a fake “digital arrest.” Police revealed the accused had links to foreign cybercrime networks and are investigating further connections.
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6. Hackers held for ransomware attacks on Dutch companies, causing €4.5 million in losses
A 45-year-old foreign national was arrested in Moldova for orchestrating ransomware attacks causing €4.5 million in damages to Dutch firms, including a major hit on the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research. The joint operation with Dutch authorities led to evidence seizures and extradition proceedings are underway for prosecution in the Netherlands.
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7. Law enforcement dismantles criminal proxy botnet infrastructure
US and Dutch authorities, with support from Lumen researchers, disrupted 5socks and Anyproxy—two major proxy-for-rent services exploited by cybercriminals for ad fraud, DDoS, and brute-force attacks. The takedown marks a significant step in curbing proxy-based cybercrime operations that enabled threat actors to mask identities and conduct illegal activities.
8. FakeUpdates, Remcos, and AgentTesla lead surge in stealth malware attacks
Check Point’s April 2025 malware report highlights a surge in stealthy cyberattacks using known malware such as FakeUpdates, Remcos, and AgentTesla. The education sector remains the most targeted. The report underscores evolving threat tactics and urges organizations to strengthen cybersecurity measures to defend against increasingly hidden and sophisticated attacks.
9. UK cybersecurity experts clash over response to vulnerable software risks
At CYBERUK 2025, UK’s NCSC called for stronger accountability from software vendors, arguing the current market fails to reward secure design. While industry leaders opposed regulatory intervention, NCSC launched a voluntary Software Security Code of Practice to set global standards and help customers choose trustworthy, secure technology providers.
10. Phishing attack exploits Blob URLs to evade email security filters
Cofense researchers uncovered a stealthy phishing tactic using Blob URIs to bypass email security filters. Threat actors exploit browser memory to deliver credential phishing pages, often spoofing trusted services like OneDrive. These Blob-based pages evade detection by Secure Email Gateways, making traditional scanning tools ineffective against the attack.