Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [08.11.2024]: 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. Bengaluru Resident Arrested for Cyber Fraud of Rs 2.3 Crore
A Bengaluru resident, was arrested by Goa’s cyber crime cell for an alleged Rs 2.3 crore investment fraud. The victim, misled into investing in stocks through a WhatsApp group and the SMIFSMAX app, lost Rs 1 crore across multiple transactions. Investigators linked Utlasar’s firm to multi-state cyber fraud.
2. Three Cybercriminals Arrested for Duping Madurai, Chennai Man of Rs 92 Lakh
State cyber crime sleuths arrested three cybercriminals from Namakkal and Coimbatore for defrauding a Madurai man through a high-profit trading scam. The suspects, linked to a Rs 3 crore multi-state cyber racket, operated under “Murugan Traders.” Authorities seized devices and documents, and the trio is now in judicial custody.
3. Bank Employee Duped: Loses ₹1.5 Lakh to Digital Arrest
Cyber crooks posing as law enforcement officers duped a bank employee, Miriyala Chaitanya, of Rs 1.5 lakh. Claiming Chaitanya was implicated in a money-laundering case, the scammers pressured him into transferring funds to a ‘safe account.’ Realizing the fraud, he reported it to Cyberabad cyber crime police.
4. Kolkata and State Police Recover Over Rs 1 Crore Lost in Cyber Scams
Kolkata and Bengal Police have recovered over Rs 1 crore lost to cyber frauds in recent months. Prompt reporting enabled quick action, blocking funds from cyber criminals. Recovery efforts included cases of phishing, KYC, and loan scams, with nationwide raids securing critical arrests across multiple states.
5. Retired Police Officer Duped in Cyber Scam, Loses Rs 1.5 Lakh
A retired cop in Hyderabad lost Rs 1.5 lakh after cyber fraudsters, posing as officials from the ‘Aarogyasri verification department,’ deceived him with false health benefits. They manipulated him into sharing OTPs, leading to unauthorized debits. Police urge caution, especially for senior citizens, against such deceptive schemes.
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6. Beware of ‘Copyright Infringement’ Email Attachments – They Contain Infostealing Malware
Organizations face a new cyber threat as Rhadamanthys malware spreads through fake copyright infringement emails. Posing as “legal representatives,” attackers target victims worldwide, deploying infostealers via deceptive ZIP files. Using AI for automation, criminals scan for sensitive data and cryptocurrency seeds, aiming for financial gain, warn Check Point researchers.
7. New SteelFox Malware Disguised as Popular Software Targets Browser Data
Securelist researchers uncovered “SteelFox,” a malware posing as popular software like Foxit PDF Editor and AutoCAD, targeting Windows users downloading pirated software. Active since February 2023, SteelFox stealthily mines cryptocurrency and steals sensitive data. Exploiting vulnerabilities, it installs as a persistent Windows service, affecting over 11,000 devices worldwide.
8. Man Accused of $2 Million BEC Scam Against Sydney Hospital Charged
NSW Police’s Strike Force Millbon charged a 49-year-old man for targeting a hospital with multiple BEC scams. Raiding his Yagoona home, authorities linked him to a rising trend of sophisticated scams. Recently, JPC3 and international agencies recovered 96% of $813,000 defrauded from a South Australian woman in a similar BEC scheme.
9. North Korean Hackers Deploy Hidden Malware to Target Crypto Firms on macOS
A North Korean-linked hacker group, BlueNoroff, is targeting crypto firms with macOS malware, SentinelOne reports. Dubbed “Hidden Risk,” the malware infiltrates via fake news-themed phishing emails, using a notarized dropper app to bypass macOS security. The campaign highlights BlueNoroff’s evolving tactics and capability to exploit Apple developer accounts.
10. Interpol-Led Operation Dismantles Thousands of Cybercrime-Linked Servers
As part of Operation Synergia II, Hong Kong Police shut down over 1,037 servers, while Macau Police disabled 291 servers. The joint operation targeted cybercrime infrastructure, significantly disrupting networks used for phishing, ransomware, and data theft, marking a crucial step in the global fight against cyber threats.
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