Cyber Crime Blogs

  BENGALURU: CloudSEK, a renowned cybersecurity firm, has recently discovered a highly dangerous malware campaign called DogeRAT (Remote Access Trojan), which poses a significant threat to Android users. This campaign revolves around the distribution of deceptive Android applications that disguise themselves as legitimate apps, tricking unsuspecting victims into installing them. The DogeRAT malware is exceptionally sophisticated, designed to steal sensitive information and compromise the security of Android devices. After conducting a thorough investigation, researchers at CloudSEK have uncovered the extensive impact of this campaign, particularly within industries such as banking, financial services, insurance (BFSI), e-commerce, and entertainment. Experts at CloudSEK have determined that DogeRAT utilizes a distribution method involving masquerading as trusted applications and spreading through social media platforms and messaging services. Also Read: Cybercrime in Nagpur - Cyber ...

  Due to the increasing digital transactions and online services in the country, cases of fraud are also increasing rapidly. Cyber fraudsters are using new methods every day to cheat people on online platforms. This time they have found a new trick, trapping taxpayers in their net. Many times, cyber fraud has been committed in the name of linking PAN and Aadhaar cards. People who come under the income tax bracket are being targeted by cyber fraud. These scammers put pressure on account holders to file their income tax returns quickly and ask for personal details. Several such cases have already occurred where scammers scare Indian account holders that their accounts will be blocked if they do not update their information. Even the vigilant get trapped in the net. It should be noted that scammers first send a message to customers, which includes a link to an Android package file. Upon clicking on this link, it opens like the original app of a Hubbub bank, which makes users trust it....

  Cyber crime police in Rajkot and Junagadh have successfully blocked Rs 7 lakh that was siphoned off by cyber criminals in four separate fraud cases. In the first instance, Jigna Bhatt was duped by crooks who asked her to update her banking mobile application via a link, resulting in a loss of Rs 84,000. Similarly, Yash Togadiya, another resident of Rajkot, lost Rs 4 lakh to cyber criminals when attempting to book tickets for a world tour package. Out of the total amount lost in the fraud cases, police were able to recover Rs 3 lakh. Harsh Desai was also cheated with the promise of cheap raw materials on India Mart, resulting in a loss of Rs 1.2 lakh to cyber criminals, but the police managed to return Rs 1 lakh to him. Despite successfully blocking the transfer of funds to the accounts of cyber criminals by notifying payment gateways, no accused parties have been traced by the police. Also Read: Kashmiri Brother-in-Law could not show Kamal, and pressure on Nagpur police failed A...

  In the state's sensational cyber black mailing case registered at Pratap Nagar police station, the court on Monday extended the police custody of the three accused arrested from Pune for one more day, including the main accused Pune resident Shatrughan Singh Tangral, his wife Manjusha and Rahul Satyendranath Jha. All three were arrested from Pune. After the arrest, the court gave them a 4-day PCR which ended on Monday.  On Monday, the Pratap Nagar police presented all three in the court, where the police sought more time from the court for questioning, in such a situation, the court extended the police custody of the three accused by one day. Fake bill sent by e-mail Shatrughan and Manjusha used to play the game of e-mail in a fun way to make fake bills of about Rs 8.76 crores and fake bills used to manipulate crores. According to the information received, Shatrughan used to send bills from Excellon's official email ID shatru@excellonsoft.com to his personal ID shatrusingh@...

  The City Exelon Software Private Limited Company in Nagpur has been rocked by a case of cyber blackmailing , source code and data theft, and software rigging that has left its director, Vinod Kumar Tambi, reeling. The accused parties include Pune resident IT professional Shatrughan Singh Tangral and his wife, Manjusha, who are the main culprits in the case. It is alleged that they used Tambi's company's source code and data to form their own company and rigged bills worth crores. The couple was caught and arrested, but Shatrughan's brother-in-law, who is an inspector in the Jammu and Kashmir Police, arrived in Nagpur to save his brother-in-law. However, he has failed to make any headway with the Nagpur police, who are under pressure from the IPL lobby. It has come to light that Shatrughan and his wife Manjusha started forging documents and making fake bills by taking some IT professionals of Exelon along with them to benefit their private company. The couple made fake bil...

  In today's digital age, cybercrime has become a significant concern for individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide. With the rapid advancements in technology, cybercriminals are finding new and sophisticated ways to breach security systems and steal sensitive information. Did you know that damages caused by cybercrime are expected to cross $10 trillion by 2025? This staggering figure highlights the need for immediate action to prevent cybercrime from becoming even more widespread and devastating. Moreover, the forthcoming 2023 Global Risk Report will show that deepening geopolitical tensions have increased the prevalence of advanced persistent threats (APTs), which are becoming as sophisticated as they are pervasive. In response to this growing threat, many nations, corporations, and international organizations have made cybersecurity a top priority. However, despite these efforts, cybercrime continues to increase at an alarming rate. Also Read: Thane Woman Loses Rs. 12 ...

The rise of cybercrime continues to be a cause of concern, as more individuals fall victim to online frauds. Recently, a woman from Thane was cheated out of Rs. 12 lakhs by conmen on Facebook. The woman received a friend request from an unknown person who claimed to be a UK citizen. The conman gained her trust and convinced her to invest in a fake business venture, promising high returns. However, the venture turned out to be a scam, leaving the woman with a significant financial loss. This incident highlights the importance of being cautious when dealing with unknown people online. It is crucial to verify the authenticity of the person and the business before making any investments. Moreover, never share personal or financial information with strangers online. Cyber scams are on the rise, and it is up to individuals to take necessary precautions to avoid falling victim to them. A Thane woman recently fell victim to a cyber scam on Facebook , losing a total of Rs. 12 lakhs. The inciden...