Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [30.08.2024]: 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. Over Rs 45 Crore Lost to Cybercrime in Twin Cities Within 7 Months: Police Report
In the last seven months, cybercriminals in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar swindled Rs 45.84 crore through scams like investment fraud and fake calls. The Commissionerate Police recovered Rs 1.37 crore, which was returned to victims at a “Money Return Mela,” where several victims shared their experiences.

2. Pune: Retired Air Force Officer Duped of Rs 45 Lakh in Cyber Scam, FIR Filed
A retired IAF Wing Commander was defrauded of Rs 45 lakh by cybercriminals posing as phone company executives and police officers. They manipulated him into transferring the money under the pretext of clearing his name from fake charges of human trafficking and money laundering.

3. Telangana: SBI Manager and Gym Trainer Arrested in Rs 175 Crore Cyber Fraud Case
An SBI branch manager and a gym trainer were arrested in Telangana for their involvement in a Rs 175 crore cyber fraud. The manager facilitated illegal transactions through bank accounts in exchange for commissions. The mastermind behind the fraud is believed to be in Dubai.

4. Police Recover Rs 1.37 Crore from Cyber Fraudsters in Commissionerate Case
Cybercriminals cheated people in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar out of Rs 45.84 crore through various scams in the last seven months. Police recovered Rs 1.37 crore, returning it to victims during a “Money Return Mela.” Several victims shared their experiences, with recoveries ranging from Rs 1.26 lakh to Rs 35.6 lakh.

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5. Prominent Bihar Doctor Falls Victim to Rs 4 Crore Cyber Scam
Dr. Abhay Narayan, a prominent heart surgeon from Bihar, lost Rs 4.4 crore in a sophisticated cyber scam. Posing as CBI and Mumbai police officials, the fraudsters manipulated him into transferring funds to their accounts, using threats of arrest to coerce him.

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6. Halliburton Hit by RansomHub Ransomware Gang in Cyberattack
The RansomHub ransomware gang is behind a recent cyberattack on Halliburton, disrupting its IT systems and business operations. The company activated its cybersecurity response plan, took systems offline, and is working with Mandiant to investigate the incident, but details remain limited.

7. CISA Introduces New Cyber Incident Reporting Portal Ahead of Upcoming Regulations
CISA launched a new “CISA Services Portal” for reporting cyber incidents, featuring enhanced functionality like report saving, third-party sharing, and direct communication with CISA officials. This rollout comes ahead of new mandatory reporting requirements expected next year.

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8. Irish Wildlife Park Advises Visitors to Cancel Bank Cards After Cyberattack Discovery
Visitors to Fota Wildlife Park in Cork, Ireland, are advised to cancel their bank cards after a cyberattack potentially compromised financial data of those who bought tickets online. The park is investigating with external cybersecurity experts, though the website remains offline.

9. Russian Hackers Exploit Vulnerabilities in Safari and Chrome in Major Cyberattack
Russian state-backed APT29 used now-patched vulnerabilities in Safari and Chrome to launch watering hole attacks on Mongolian government websites between November 2023 and July 2024, delivering malware to unpatched mobile devices.

10. Vietnamese Human Rights Organization Targeted in Long-Term Cyberattack by APT32
APT32, a Vietnamese hacking group, conducted a multi-year cyber espionage campaign against a non-profit supporting Vietnamese human rights, using a variety of malware to compromise the organization’s systems, aligning with their known techniques and targets.

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