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. Andhra Pradesh Forms 164 Shakthi Teams to Combat Crimes Against Women and Children
The Andhra Pradesh Police have formed 164 Shakthi teams to tackle crimes against women and children, operating under the Women and Child Safety wing. An inter-State meeting will be held in Visakhapatnam to curb drug smuggling. Police registered 331 cyber fraud cases and are enhancing cyber forensics and public awareness efforts.
2. Tamil Nadu Couple Loses Rs 24 Lakh After Child Downloads Malware; Bihar Link Found
A Tamil Nadu couple lost Rs 24.69 lakh after cybercriminals duped their 8-year-old child into downloading malware, which stole their bank details. Investigating the money trail, police arrested 22-year-old man from Bihar in Bengaluru. He confessed to sharing account details for money. Police are pursuing the main culprits.
3. Rs 69,000 Fraudulently Withdrawn from Bank Account in Basti
In Basti, cyber police registered a case after a man from Purana Dakkhana reported fraudulent withdrawal of Rs 68,958 from his Union Bank account. An unknown person accessed his account and siphoned the money. Police have begun an investigation into the cyber fraud incident.
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4. Kanpur Youth Outsmarts Cyber Fraudster After Money Gets Stuck; Scammer Begs for Mercy
A Kanpur youth outsmarted a cyber fraudster posing as a CBI or Narcotics officer, who threatened to leak obscene content and demanded money. Instead, the youth tricked him into transferring Rs 9,300. When the fraudster’s money got stuck, he pleaded for its return, claiming he was a “cyber slave.”
5. 10 Cyber Criminals Arrested for Duping People in Government Scheme Scam; Key Items Seized
Deoghar police arrested 10 cyber criminals who duped people nationwide by posing as government officials and customer care agents. Operating from jungle hideouts in Jasidih, they lured victims with fake schemes to steal bank details. Police seized 10 mobiles and 18 SIMs before sending them to judicial custody.
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6. Cybercrime Remains a Growing Threat Across Africa
Ethiopia tops Africa’s malware targets, with AsyncRAT emerging as a key cyber threat, according to Check Point’s February 2025 report. Cybercriminals exploit platforms like Dropbox for malware distribution. Clop ransomware uses double extortion tactics. Experts warn African nations to strengthen cybersecurity as digital transformation increases cyber risks.
7. SuperBlack Ransomware Possibly Linked to LockBit
Forescout Research links the emerging SuperBlack ransomware gang to former LockBit members. Operating under Mora_001, the group exploits Fortinet vulnerabilities for network access, exfiltrates data, and deploys ransomware. Analysts found overlapping IPs, usernames, and ransom note details tied to LockBit, suggesting operational ties amid the fragmented ransomware landscape.
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8. Rhysida Ransomware Breaches Two U.S. Healthcare Firms, Exposes 300K Patient Records
Cyberattacks on Sunflower Medical Group and Community Care Alliance compromised over 300,000 patient records, exposing personal, medical, and financial data. The Rhysida ransomware gang claimed responsibility. While Sunflower detected the breach after a month, CCA took six months to confirm data theft. Both organizations strengthened security and offered credit monitoring.
9. FBI, CISA Advise Enabling 2FA to Combat Medusa Ransomware Attacks
The FBI and CISA warn of the Medusa ransomware gang, which targets critical U.S. sectors through phishing and software exploits. Medusa encrypts data and threatens exposure, demanding ransoms up to $1 million. Authorities urge software updates, multi-factor authentication, and network monitoring to combat this aggressive cyber threat.
10. Australia’s Regulator Files Lawsuit Against FIIG Securities for Cybersecurity Failures
Australia’s securities regulator has sued FIIG Securities for inadequate cybersecurity measures over four years, allowing a hacker to breach its IT network. The fixed-income broker faces legal action for failing to protect sensitive data, highlighting the growing scrutiny on financial institutions’ cybersecurity practices.