Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [16.09.2024]: 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. Cybercriminals Use India Post to Scam People Following FedEx Frauds
Cybercriminals are now using India Post to scam people, targeting mainly retirees and housewives. A 75-year-old man lost Rs 23.26 lakh after being tricked by fraudsters posing as officials. The criminals convinced him his identity was involved in a large-scale money laundering scheme.
2. Tech Firm Falls Victim to Cyber Fraud, Loses Rs 33 Lakh
A Begumpet-based IT company lost Rs 33 lakh after cyber fraudsters hacked into their email and tricked a U.S.-based client into sending funds to a fraudulent account. The company discovered the scam only after failing to receive their payment.
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3. Elderly Hyderabad Resident Scammed of Rs 2 Crore by Cybercriminals
A retired Hyderabad consultant was duped of Rs 2 crore by cybercriminals posing as police officers. They used a fake “digital arrest warrant” to coerce him into sharing bank details and transferring funds under the threat of legal consequences.
4. Eluru Police Retrieve Rs 2 Lakhs from Cyber Fraudsters
Eluru District Police recovered Rs 2 lakh from cybercriminals who defrauded a woman and a man via online investment scams. Both victims reported losing money after falling for ads promising high returns. Complaints were filed through a cybercrime helpline.
5. South Mumbai Woman Scammed Out of Rs 13.20 Lakh in Online Fraud
A 36-year-old South Mumbai woman lost Rs 13.20 lakh to cyber fraud after clicking a malicious link sent via WhatsApp. The money was part of an insurance settlement following her husband’s death.
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6. Ajina.Banker Malware Targets Android Users, Steals 2FA Codes via Telegram
A new Android malware, Ajina.Banker, targeting Central Asia has been active since November 2023. Disguised as trusted apps, it spreads through Telegram and steals user data, including financial information and 2FA codes, affecting multiple countries like Uzbekistan, Armenia, and Russia.
7. UK to Designate Data Centers as ‘Critical National Infrastructure’
The UK has classified data centres as “critical national infrastructure,” giving them enhanced protection from cyberattacks. This move follows significant investments by companies like Amazon Web Services and aims to minimize economic damage during IT blackouts.
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8. Portuguese Government to Maintain Ban on Chinese 5G Equipment
Portugal’s government will continue banning Chinese telecom equipment in 5G networks, citing national security concerns. This decision, originally made by the previous government, aligns with U.S. policies and could cost the economy over 1 billion euros.
9. Indodax Cryptocurrency Theft
Indonesia’s largest crypto exchange, Indodax, halted operations after $22 million in cryptocurrency was stolen. The company pledged to reimburse users while warning of additional scams. The attack is part of a broader trend of cyberattacks on Asian crypto platforms.
10. Cybercriminals Exploit HTTP Headers for Massive Credential Theft in Phishing Schemes
Cybercriminals are exploiting HTTP header refreshes to deliver spoofed login pages, stealing user credentials. These sophisticated phishing campaigns target sectors like finance and government globally, leveraging legitimate domains and URL-shortening services to bypass detection.