Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [24.08.2024]: 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. WazirX Exchange Faces Cyber Risks and Announces Partial INR Withdrawals from August 26
WazirX will allow withdrawals of 66% of INR balances starting August 26, while cryptocurrency withdrawals remain on hold after a $230 million cyberattack. WazirX plans to seek a Singapore court’s approval for a debt restructuring plan.
2. Mysuru District Ranks Second in Karnataka for Cybercrime Incidents
Mysuru recorded 216 cybercrime cases between January 1 and July 10, ranking second in Karnataka. Most victims were educated, and authorities emphasize awareness and local police involvement to combat cybercrime.
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3. 800 Police Officers Trained in Anti-Cybercrime Techniques
800 Goa police personnel received advanced training on mobile tracking, cryptocurrency investigation, and online content takedown. The training, organized by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, focused on enhancing skills to tackle evolving cybercrime tactics.
4. Panchkula Entrepreneur Scammed Out of Rs 1.9 Lakh in Cyber Fraud
A Panchkula businessman was duped out of Rs 1.9 lakh by cybercriminals posing as representatives of UltraTech Cement. This is the second such case in a week, with the victim transferring money before growing suspicious and reporting the fraud to the police.
5. Ministry of Home Affairs Issues Alert on Viral ‘Porn Letter’ Scam
The Home Ministry’s Cyber Dost handle alerted the public to a fake letter circulating on social media. The fraudulent letter, allegedly from the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre, accuses recipients of serious offenses like child pornography, demanding a response.
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6. Halliburton Confirms Cyberattack That Forced System Shutdown
Halliburton confirmed a cyberattack that forced the oilfield services company to take systems offline. The breach, detected on Wednesday, led to an ongoing investigation with external advisors. The company has yet to disclose the attackers’ identity or whether a ransom was demanded.
7. BTS Members V and Jungkook’s Legal Battle Against ‘Cyber-Wrecker’ YouTuber: Trial Starts Today
BTS members Jungkook and V, alongside BIGHIT MUSIC, sued South Korean YouTuber Sojang for defamation, seeking damages of 90 million won ($66,100). The first trial began on August 23, 2024, in Seoul, targeting malicious posts and privacy violations.
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8. Pakistani Man Charged with Cyberterrorism for Misinformation Leading to UK Riots
Farhan Asif, a Pakistani web developer, was arrested for cyberterrorism after spreading false information about a UK stabbing, leading to riots. His website falsely claimed the suspect was an Islamic asylum-seeker, causing widespread unrest and damaging Pakistan’s reputation.
9. Global IT Disruption Affects Airlines, Banks, and Other Industries
A global IT outage, likely caused by a faulty update to cybersecurity software, disrupted services worldwide. Banks, airlines, and healthcare systems were affected, with many experiencing system crashes. The issue is suspected to be linked to CrowdStrike’s Falcon Sensor software.
10. New PEAKLIGHT Malware Targets Windows with Malicious Movie Downloads
Researchers discovered a new dropper called PEAKLIGHT that infects Windows systems through malicious LNK files disguised as pirated movies. The dropper executes a PowerShell downloader to deliver information-stealing malware like Lumma Stealer and Hijack Loader.