Global police shut down malware group ‘targeting millions’
The criminal platforms, called RedLine and META stole personal data from infected devices including usernames and passwords as well as…
Tag: cybercrime
What is remote access scam and how can you protect yourself?
Remote access scams involve scammers tricking victims into giving them remote access to their devices, often through phishing and creating…
The dark side of technology: AI-driven cyberattacks call for upgraded security measures
In July 2024, an account on the dark web claimed to have accessed and stolen the data of 375 million…
LockBit, ALPHV lead attacks as healthcare sector faces surge
LockBit’s activity has significantly declined since international sanctions were imposed on its leader, Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev.
Algorithm attack: Block ads to dodge investment scams, says cyber cell SP
Genuine investment platforms are governed by financial rules enforced by the RBI and the SEBI. Other platforms are mostly fraudulent.
Indian lenders lag global peers on cybersecurity spends: BCG
“As you think about increasing digitalization, having consumer trust is very important,” Chitkara said. Cyber breaches can result in a…
UN cybercrime text faces new scrutiny from tech firms, rights groups
UN member states meet Monday seeking to finalize an international treaty on the fight against cybercrime, a text strongly opposed…
DoT suspends 2 telemarketers for sending fraud messages
DoT suspended V-con Intelligent Security and Onextel Media for sending 55.5 million fraudulent SMSes on July 15. Misusing digital assets…