Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [03.11.2024]: 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. Man Arrested for Running Fake Instagram Account in Cybercrime Crackdown
Cybercrime police arrested Ganesan from Pannandur village for creating a fake Instagram account under a woman’s name and sharing obscene photos. Following a complaint from Sivashakthi of Kaveripattinam, police, led by Additional SP S. Namachivayam, traced the account’s IP logs to identify and apprehend the suspect.
2. Rajkot Doctor Under Digital Arrested in Terror Scam, Loses Rs 22.82 in Fraud
A doctor at Rajkot Civil Hospital became a victim of a terror financing scam when fraudsters, posing as Reserve Bank of India officials, falsely accused him of supporting Hezbollah. Under ‘digital arrest,’ they coerced him into transferring Rs 22.82 lakh to various accounts, claiming it would clear his name.
3. Kolkata: Bike Taxi Driver Arrested for Sending Lewd Videos After Ride Cancellation
Kolkata police arrested a bike taxi driver for allegedly threatening and sending explicit videos to a doctor after she canceled a ride due to his lateness. The doctor, who works in Jadavpur, filed an e-complaint and contacted local police, leading to the driver’s swift arrest.
4. UP Outrage: 15-Year-Old Girl Harassed and Threatened by Schoolmates
In Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, two juvenile boys allegedly harassed and threatened a 15-year-old girl as she returned from school. The girl’s family reported the incident, stating the accused also edited and posted a video of her online. Police have apprehended the suspects and registered a case under multiple legal sections.
5. Cross-Border Cybercrime Conspiracy Unveiled: Fake CBI, Shell Companies, and Digital Arrests Lead to Rs 159 Crore Scam
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed charges against eight individuals and 24 shell companies involved in a Rs 159 crore cyber fraud and money laundering scheme. The syndicate used fake companies, deceptive social media ads, and dummy directors to defraud victims through false IPOs and investments, later laundering funds via cryptocurrency and international transfers.
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6. Cyber Police Bust Gang Running Online Loan Scam Targeting Star Footballer
Thai Cyber Police arrested Wanchai Sriduang, 45, for his role in an online loan scam targeting a Thai League footballer. Posing as loan officials from “Ratchaphruek Capital,” the scammers extracted over 2.6 million baht from the victim through fake processing fees. Wanchai, acting as a “money mule,” confessed involvement.
7. Former Disney World Employee Arrested by FBI for Hacking and Mislabeling Allergy Information
A former Disney World employee was arrested by the FBI for allegedly hacking menu servers after his firing, altering prices, adding profanities, and falsely labeling items as allergy-safe. Disney detected the changes, preventing harm. The suspect, facing mental health issues, denies misconduct and awaits a bond hearing next week.
8. Cyber Attack Shuts Down City Council Website as Multiple UK Authorities Face Targeted Hits
Portsmouth City Council’s website went offline after a DDoS attack by hacker group NoName057(16), affecting several UK councils, including BCP and Middlesborough. While no data was compromised, the attack disrupted access. IT teams responded swiftly, restoring services. The NCSC has since issued guidance to help mitigate such attacks.
9. Americans Could Receive $4,200 from $900K Data Breach Settlement with Simple Paperwork
Paycom’s data breach settlement allows impacted users to claim up to $4,200 for documented losses. Eligible customers can receive $2,500 for out-of-pocket expenses and $100 for time spent addressing fraud issues. Additionally, three years of credit monitoring are offered. The breach involved compromised data via MOVEit Transfer.
10. Indonesian Police Confiscate Rp70.1 Billion from Online Gambling Syndicate
The National Police’s Online Gambling Eradication Task Force seized Rp70.1 billion from the international gambling syndicate SLOT82-78, led by a Chinese national. Three new suspects, linked to financial platforms PT AJT, PT MIT, and PT OTI, were arrested. Additional assets, including cars and electronics, were confiscated.