Beware of Pikabot Malware! Phishing Scams on the Rise After Qakbot Takedown
Heads up, folks! After the takedown of the notorious Qakbot Malware, researchers have noticed a surge in phishing attacks using a new player: Pikabot. This means those sneaky emails with suspicious attachments and links are back, trying to steal your data and wreak havoc on your computer. But don’t panic! We’re here to equip you […]
Ransomware Retreat! Why 2024 Could Be the Year Cyber Criminals Cry Wolf
Hold onto your hats, folks, because there’s some GOOD NEWS brewing in the Wild West of the internet: Ransomware might be finally tucking tail and heading for the hills! That’s right, experts are predicting a potential “ransomware recession” in 2024, thanks to a potent one-two punch: tougher regulations making it harder for crooks to cash […]
Cyber Attack on Maldives Government Websites: Navigating Stormy Tech Seas
In a digital terrain where information flows incessantly, the recent hiccup in the online journey of Maldives’ government websites raises questions about the vulnerability of our interconnected world to potential cyber attack. On the night of January 6, the primary portals of the Maldivian government, including the President’s website and those of the Foreign and […]
Flipkart + WhatsApp: A Recipe for Trouble? Unmasking Scammers’ Tricks
Craving those epic Flipkart deals? Hold on! Scammers are lurking in the shadows, ready to hijack your shopping spree with a devious trick called “WhatsApp Screen Share.” Brace yourself for a closer look at how these digital grifters operate, and equip yourself with the knowledge to keep your hard-earned cash safe. Case 1: Rahul Kumar’s […]
Holiday Cheer Turned Phishing Fear: Job Seekers Beware of Work-From-Home Scams
The holiday season is a time for joy, family, and finding that perfect job. But for eager job seekers, this festive period can also bring unwanted visitors: work-from-home Phishing Scams. As the December 22nd Forbes article, “Surge in Work-From-Home Phishing Scams Targets Holiday Job Seekers,” highlighted, scammers are capitalizing on the increased online job search […]
Veteran Actor Rakesh Bedi Falls Prey to Cyber Scam, Duped of Rs 85,000
In a surprising turn of events, veteran Bollywood actor Rakesh Bedi fell victim to a cunning Cyber Scam orchestrated by an imposter posing as an army officer who duped him with Rs 80,000. The fraudster, operating under the alias “Aditya Kumar,” targeted Bedi in a bogus property deal, highlighting the growing threat of cyber scams. […]
How a Juhu Resident Lost Rs 4.4L to Cyber Fraud While Booking Dubai Air Tickets
In a distressing incident, a senior citizen from Juhu recently fell victim to Cyber Fraud while attempting to book air tickets for a trip to Dubai. Gita Shenoy, a 64-year-old woman, found herself swindled of Rs 4.4 lakh when she unknowingly interacted with fraudsters who manipulated the phone number associated with the popular ticket booking […]
Web of Despair: Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2 Developers Hit by Distress in Massive Ransomware Attack
As the Ransomware strikes, the PlayStation powerhouse Insomniac finds itself entangled in a web of distress and fury. The creative minds behind the Spider-Man series, express a potent mix of sorrow and anger as a colossal ransomware attack infiltrates their digital fortress. Sensitive Data on the Loose: The cyber assailants, known as Rhysida, brazenly expose […]
Malware Threat: Indian Government Entities Targeted by Rust-Based Malware in Operation RusticWeb
Indian cybersecurity specialists have sounded the alarm over a recent wave of malware targeting government entities, dubbed Operation RusticWeb. The defining characteristic of this campaign is the use of malware written in the Rust programming language, a departure from the more commonly encountered C++ or Python. Rust, known for its speed, memory safety, and concurrency […]
Over Rs.1,000 Crore Safeguarded: Citizens Tackle Cybercrime, Finance Ministry Reports
In a recent update, the Ministry of Finance revealed that citizens have thwarted over 400,000 cybercrime attempts, saving a whopping Rs 1,000 crore through the Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System. Let’s break down the key details and actions taken. The Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System is up and running, […]