Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [02.09.2024]: 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. No Standard Procedure for Releasing Funds from Cyber Fraud Cases
The Delhi High Court is examining the lack of a standard procedure for releasing money stolen in cyber fraud cases after a woman lost Rs 4.5 crore, with funds distributed to other victims before her claim was processed, highlighting gaps in the coordination between police, courts, and banks.
2. Man Duped of Rs 5.5 Lakh by Cyber Scammers
A man in Lucknow lost Rs 5.5 lakh after cyber fraudsters tricked him into downloading an app under the guise of updating his electricity bill. The fraud occurred over two days, with multiple transactions through internet banking. Despite alerting the bank and cyber police, the victim’s money was not recovered.
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3. Himachal Youth Targeted by Cyber Fraudsters Through Fake Apps
Himachal Pradesh youth are increasingly falling prey to cyber fraud and fake investment apps, losing significant sums of money. The state’s cybercrime cell reports a surge in complaints, with Rs 44 crore lost to cyber fraudsters in the first seven months of 2024. Most victims are young investors enticed by promises of high returns.
4. Cyber Police Nab Suspects from Rajasthan and Pune in Rs 77 Lakh Bajaj Finance Fraud Case
Bajaj Finance uncovered a fraud at its Pune branch where Rs 77.27 lakh was stolen through unauthorized charge bank requests. The Cyber Police arrested suspects in Rajasthan and Pune who were involved in using fake KYC documents to lease Bajaj Pay devices. The investigation is ongoing.
5. Cybercriminals Spin Web of Deceit Around Lucknow’s Chikankari Industry
In Lucknow, cybercriminals have targeted customers of a renowned chikankari store by posing as representatives and offering fake prizes to extract payments through fraudulent links. An FIR was filed after the store owner discovered that customer data was being misused, leading to multiple reported scams.
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6. South Korea to Enhance Cybersecurity Defenses Against Hacking and Misinformation
South Korea’s National Security Council announced a new cybersecurity plan involving offensive operations to protect national infrastructure and counter disinformation. The plan, developed with 14 government agencies, includes 100 action tasks aimed at enhancing resilience against cyber threats.
7. Cicada3301 Ransomware Strikes Windows and Linux/ESXi Systems
The new ransomware group Cicada3301, targeting Windows and Linux/ESXi hosts, operates as a Ransomware-as-a-Service platform. Using Rust for encryption, the group employs sophisticated techniques similar to defunct groups like BlackCat/ALPHV, potentially sharing resources or developers.
8. Ticketmaster Customer Information Breached in Cyber Attack, Reports Suggest
Ticketmaster suffered a cyberattack, potentially compromising the personal data of 560 million customers. The ShinyHunters hacking group demands a ransom of £400,000. The incident highlights the growing threat of cyberattacks and the need for stronger data protection measures.
9. North Korean Hackers Use Chrome Zero-Day Exploit to Deploy FudModule Rootkit
North Korean group Citrine Sleet exploited a Chrome zero-day flaw (CVE-2024-7971) to deploy the FudModule rootkit targeting cryptocurrency platforms. The attack, linked to the Lazarus Group, involved social engineering and sophisticated exploits to steal digital assets.
10. German Air Traffic Control Targeted in Cyberattack, Possibly by Pro-Russian Hacker Group
Deutsche Flugsicherung (DFS), Germany’s air traffic control company, was hacked by pro-Russian group APT28 (Fancy Bear). The attack, though not affecting air traffic, prompted protective measures. APT28 is notorious for targeting Western entities, including the German Bundestag.