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 cops bust digital arrest scam, accused linked to 80 cases
The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Unit arrested 26-year-old from Ahmedabad for involvement in over 80 digital arrest and investment fraud cases. Victims were duped via fake stock trading apps and WhatsApp groups. Police seized devices and warned the public against unsolicited investment offers on social media platforms.
2. Woman arrested in Hyderabad for digital arrest fraud, involved in 32 cases across India
Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police arrested 46-year-old real estate businesswoman for her role in a digital arrest scam linked to 32 cases nationwide. Victims were duped via fake calls posing as officials, coerced into transferring funds for verification. Police seized phones, documents, and arrested four others earlier.
3. Cybercriminals cheat Odisha’s ex-IT minister of Rs 1.4 crore
Odisha’s ex-IT minister and BJD MLA lost Rs 1.4 crore to cyber fraud via a fake trading app. Seven accused were arrested from Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The scam involved posing as trade analysts. Police have recovered Rs 4 lakh and frozen Rs 15 lakh; more arrests are expected soon.
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4. 70-year-old Pune woman loses Rs 74 crore to cyber scam
A 70-year-old widow from Pune lost Rs 74 crore to cybercriminals posing as ED and police officials. Claiming links to a money laundering case , they coerced her into transferring funds and sending selfies every two hours. She made 74 transfers over 20 days, believing the scam was real.
5. 76-year-old Palghar man duped of Rs 1.08 crore in stock market fraud
A 76-year-old Palghar resident lost Rs 1.08 crore in a cyber scam posing as a stock market investment via a fake “Samco Security Scheme.” Lured through social media and a WhatsApp group, he was tricked into paying hefty “service charges.” Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
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6. New UK cyber laws aim to protect economy and ensure long-term growth
The UK government has unveiled the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to protect critical infrastructure, boost economic growth, and tackle rising cyber threats. The bill will enforce stricter security standards on 1,000 key service providers, including data centres and IT firms, empowering regulators and enhancing national cyber defences.
7. Check Point confirms data breach, says hacker used old info and made false claims
A hacker named CoreInjection claimed to steal sensitive data from Check Point, including passwords and source code. Check Point denied major impact, calling it an exaggerated leak of old data from a limited breach in December 2024. Experts say the breach’s scope appears smaller than initially feared, with no customer systems affected.
8. DarkCloud malware sold on Telegram targets Windows systems
DarkCloud, an advanced stealer malware targeting Windows systems, is now widely sold on Telegram. Spread through phishing, malvertising, and malware bundling, it steals sensitive data while evading detection. With keylogging, screenshot capture, and Telegram-based C2 communication, it poses a serious threat, demanding stronger phishing defenses and endpoint security measures.
9. Ransomware gangs deploy EDR-killing tools, some not even malware
Ransomware gangs increasingly use “EDR killers” to disable endpoint security early in attacks, with tools like EDRKillShifter and even legitimate software like HRSword. Cisco Talos observed attackers succeed 48% of the time in 2024. Misconfigured security tools, especially in audit-only mode, further expose networks. LockBit and RansomHub remain top threats.
10. AFP and Philippine authorities intensify crackdown on boiler room scams
Disguised as call centres, offshore scam hubs in Asia are defrauding global victims through romance and crypto scams. Under Operation Firestorm, the AFP has disrupted three centres in Manila, arrested hundreds, and trained Philippine law enforcement. Over 5,000 Australians were warned after being identified as potential scam targets.