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English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)⚠️ Fake Income Tax Refund Scam Alert | Govt Warns Taxpayers | ₹60,000 Phishing Emails🚨 Cyber Scam Alert During Tax Season!The Government has issued a warning against fake income tax refund emails. These phishing emails promise ₹60,000 refunds to lure users into clicking malicious links or sharing personal data like bank details and Aadhaar numbers.📩 Typical Scam Email:"Dear Taxpayer, you’re eligible for a ₹60,000 refund. As per RBI & PMLA rules, confirmation is required."📛 Reality:❌ No such RBI or PMLA rule exists❌ Income Tax Dept never asks for passwords or personal info✔️ Report such emails to:📧 webmanager@incometax.gov.in (Income Tax-specific)📧 incident@cert-in.org.in (General phishing)🛡️ Stay safe. Stay aware.📞 Cyber Crime Helpline: 1930🌐 More on: www.cyberpla...2025-07-2707 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Crackdown on Vulgar OTT: Govt Bans ULLU TV, ALT Balaji (ALTT), and 23 Other Platforms🚫 Massive Action Against Vulgar OTT Content!The Government of India has banned 25 OTT platforms and apps, including ULLU, ALT Balaji (ALTT), and Big Shots, for streaming sexually explicit, indecent, and pornographic content.🔍 Legal Basis:IT Act Sections 67 & 67ABharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 294Indecent Representation of Women Act, 1986Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act🚨 Platforms like ULLU, ALTT, HotX VIP, Feneo, NeonX VIP, ShowX, Boomex, and others were repeatedly warned but failed to comply with Indian law.📢 The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has sent a strong message: OTT platforms must balance freedom of expression with legal & moral responsibility.📞 India Cyber Crime Hel...2025-07-2507 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Massive Cambodian Crackdown: Over 3,000 Arrested in Cyber Scam Raids, Including 105 IndiansIn one of Southeast Asia’s largest-ever cybercrime crackdowns, Cambodian police arrested 3,075 individuals — including 105 Indians — during raids across 58 locations. The operation, ordered by Prime Minister Hun Manet, exposed global scam networks powered by forced labor and Chinese-backed crime syndicates.Victims were lured with fake job offers, enslaved, and forced into crypto and romance scams. Authorities seized massive digital evidence and are now coordinating with India and other nations. Human rights groups have raised concerns over torture, trafficking, and child labor inside scam compounds.📌 Key Highlights:3,075 arrested in cyber scam raids across CambodiaVictims were enslaved and forced into global fraud schemes10...2025-07-2509 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Google, Palo Alto, and the Billion-Dollar Cybersecurity WarsCybersecurity giant Palo Alto Networks is reportedly in talks to acquire AI-based security firm SentinelOne in a massive ₹66,720–₹83,400 crore deal. This comes right after its acquisition of Protect AI, adding to Palo Alto's expanding AI security stack. Meanwhile, Google prepares to acquire cloud security firm Wiz for ₹2,66,880 crore — its biggest deal ever.SentinelOne, known for its “Singularity” platform, continues growing via major acquisitions like Attivo and PingSafe. While acquisition rumours grow, political tensions also mount over SentinelOne’s ties to former U.S. cyber chief Chris Krebs.📌 Key Highlights:Palo Alto-SentinelOne deal could reach ₹83,400 croreSentinelOne’s AI platform “Singularity” leads in autonomous securit...2025-07-2509 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Zero-Day Attack on Microsoft SharePoint Hits 400+ Orgs | Nuclear Agency Breached🚨 Massive Cyber-Espionage Campaign Uncovered!A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint has enabled hackers to compromise 400+ organizations, including a nuclear weapons agency, sparking national security concerns worldwide.🔍 Key Points:Vulnerabilities: CVE-2025-53770 & CVE-2025-53771Targeted Sectors: Govt, Finance, Education, Health, NuclearDetected by: Eye Security (Netherlands)Global scan of 8,000+ exposed SharePoint serversEmergency patch issued by Microsoft; CISA intervention in the USHackers installed backdoors and maintained access even after patches🛑 Many organizations are still unpatched, highlighting the risks of outdated systems and poor patching practices.📞 India Cyber Crime Helpline: Dial 1930🌐 More updates: www.cyberplatter.com#SharePointHack #ZeroDayExploit #MicrosoftBreach #CyberEspionage #CVE202553770 #CISAAlert #CyberPlatter #N...2025-07-2508 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Cambodia Cracks Down on Cybercrime | 1,000+ Arrested in Mega Scam Raid🚨 Massive Cybercrime Bust in Cambodia!In a historic anti-cybercrime operation, Cambodian authorities have arrested over 1,000 individuals in raids across Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, and other provinces. This crackdown targets online scam compounds involved in romance and investment frauds.🌐 Key Highlights:Suspects include nationals from Vietnam, Indonesia, China, Taiwan, and othersHundreds of devices seized from scam centresAmnesty International flags human trafficking and forced labour inside scam hubs$40 billion+ cybercrime industry in Southeast Asia under scrutiny🔍 Prime Minister Hun Manet leads the charge with a strong directive to end digital fraud.📞 For cybercrime complaints in India: Dial 1930 or visit www.cybercrime.gov.in🌐 Stay upd...2025-07-2407 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Operation Codebreak: Agra’s High-Tech Crackdown on Cybercrime | 910 FIRs Filed🚨 Agra Police launches “Operation Codebreak” to dismantle cybercriminal networks!With 910 FIRs filed and 4 arrests made, this bold operation led by DCP Sonam Kumar is powered by AI and GIS technology under the Ministry of Home Affairs’ Pratibimb Portal.🔍 What’s happening:Real-time tracking of cybercriminals using IP tracing and AI toolsUPI scams, OTP frauds, mule accounts under scrutinyCyber JanSunwai sessions for public grievancesCollaborations with banks and telecom providers to freeze fraudulent accountsAgra becomes a tech-savvy model for cybercrime policing.📞 To report cybercrime: Dial 1930 or visit www.cybercrime.gov.in📲 For awareness and updates, follow CyberPlatter on social media and www.cyberplatter.com...2025-07-2407 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Scammers’ Rs 2.9 Crore Theft: Doctor Falls for Digital Arrest TrapA 50-year-old doctor from Coimbatore lost ₹2.9 crore after falling victim to a terrifying “digital arrest” scam. Fraudsters, posing as Mumbai cybercrime police, accused him of cyber fraud and used fear tactics to force repeated fund transfers. The scammers ordered him to stay isolated and obey instructions, pretending he was under virtual custody.Thankfully, the Tamil Nadu Cyber Command Centre detected the fraud mid-operation and intervened in time, preventing further losses. Officials warn the public that no real officer will ever demand money to avoid arrest and advise reporting suspicious calls to the 1930 helpline.📌 Key Highlights:₹2.9 crore stolen using fear-based scamVictim...2025-07-2406 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Cyber Storm Ahead? Experts Warn of ‘Treacherous’ Threats as Major Brands BreachedA surge in cyberattacks has compromised major brands like Hawaiian Airlines, Qantas, and Aflac, signaling a dangerous shift in threat tactics. Experts link these breaches to hacker group Scattered Spider, now targeting aviation and insurance sectors rich in sensitive consumer data.Cloud vulnerabilities, misconfigured systems, and over-reliance on the public internet have left critical infrastructures exposed. Cybersecurity leaders warn this evolving threat landscape is putting both corporations and individuals at risk of identity theft, phishing, and data exploitation.📌 Key Highlights:Hawaiian Airlines, Qantas, and Aflac hit by major data breachesFBI warns of Scattered Spider targeting aviation sectorCloud systems are exp...2025-07-2407 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)CBI’s Operation Chakra-V Exposes the Great Microsoft ScamIn a major breakthrough, the CBI has uncovered a transnational tech support scam during Operation Chakra-V, targeting citizens in the UK and Australia. The syndicate, operating under the name FirstIdea from Noida SEZ, impersonated Microsoft support to extract money using fake virus alerts and psychological manipulation.Raids at three locations led to the arrest of a key figure and the seizure of advanced infrastructure used for anonymized VoIP calls and fake support interactions. The CBI collaborated with the FBI, UK’s NCA, and Microsoft to expose the racket.📌 Key Highlights:Scam targeted UK and Australian citizens via fake tech suppo...2025-07-2411 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Too Good to Be True: Rs 20 Coin Scam Robs Senior of All His Savings: Know How!A 68-year-old man from Hyderabad lost ₹1.46 lakh after falling victim to a cyber scam promising ₹50 lakh in exchange for a ₹20 coin. The fraud began via a YouTube ad and escalated as the scammer demanded payments for fake legal and courier charges.The senior citizen, manipulated emotionally and misled with convincing stories, kept transferring money in hopes of sealing the deal. Only after the final ₹1 lakh demand did he realise the fraud and reported the case to police. Hyderabad cybercrime officials warn citizens against believing such too-good-to-be-true offers and urge awareness and verification.📌 Key Highlights:₹20 coin scam advertised via YouTube₹1.46 lakh lost over...2025-07-2309 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Infosys’ McCamish Fined Rs 1.04 Cr for Cybersecurity Breach in U.S.Infosys McCamish Systems LLC, a U.S. subsidiary of Infosys Ltd, has been fined ₹1.04 crore ($125,000) by the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) over a 2020 ransomware attack that compromised over 5 million consumer records.The NYDFS stated that McCamish failed to implement basic cybersecurity measures like multi-factor authentication and timely patching. Although no data misuse was confirmed, the company's delayed reporting and weak protocols led to regulatory action. A consent order was signed, and McCamish has agreed to enhance its internal cybersecurity and conduct regular audits.📌 Key Highlights:₹1.04 crore penalty for cybersecurity governance failuresRansomware breach exposed 5 million recordsLack of timely...2025-07-2307 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)A Digital Trap Unfolds: Man Loses Rs 57 Lakh in Instagram Trading ScamIn a shocking case from Hyderabad, a 60-year-old man from Jubilee Hills lost ₹57.43 lakh in an Instagram-based trading scam. Lured by an attractive ad for a fake platform called "FX Road," the victim was tricked into signing digital documents and making heavy investments, including loans and savings policy withdrawals.The scammers falsely promised profits from trading in crude oil, Tesla shares, and cryptocurrencies. The platform showed fake gains to build trust before demanding further deposits under pressure. Eventually, the victim realized the fraud and reported it via the 1930 cybercrime helpline.📌 Key Highlights:₹57 lakh lost through a fake trading platformScam origina...2025-07-2209 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Cybersecurity Alert: VPN Bug Could Let Insiders Take Over Your SystemsPalo Alto Networks has revealed a critical vulnerability in its GlobalProtect VPN that could allow local users to escalate privileges and gain admin-level access on enterprise systems.This flaw affects Windows, macOS, and Linux versions of GlobalProtect. No workaround exists—only an immediate patch can fix it. With a CVSS score of 8.4, the bug poses a serious risk to corporate environments and may enable malicious insiders or malware to exploit it for full control.📌 Key Highlights:Affects GlobalProtect VPN on macOS, Windows, LinuxAllows privilege escalation to root or SYSTEMNo special configuration needed—default installs at riskPatch immediately: No workaround availab...2025-07-2205 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)China-Backed Scam Factories Loot ₹7,000 Crore from Indians in Just 5 MonthsIndia suffered staggering cyber fraud losses of ₹7,000 crore between January and May 2025—most traced to scam factories in Southeast Asia operated by Chinese syndicates. These scams lure Indians into fake investment apps and extortion traps while also involving human trafficking of Indians forced to work inside these high-security fraud centers.45+ such compounds have been identified in Cambodia alone. India's Ministry of Home Affairs is mapping their locations and working with other countries to dismantle these networks.📌 Key Highlights:₹7,000 crore stolen in just 5 monthsScams run from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and ThailandChinese handlers operating cybercrime compoundsHuman trafficking of Indians into scam jobsIndia...2025-07-2208 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)From ClickFix to FileFix: A New Era of Deception from the Interlock Ransomware GroupThe Interlock ransomware group has evolved its cyberattack tactics by introducing a powerful PHP-based Remote Access Trojan (RAT). This new version, dubbed FileFix, uses fake CAPTCHA prompts to trick users into executing malicious PowerShell scripts. Once inside, the malware performs deep reconnaissance, steals sensitive data, and maintains persistence through advanced hiding techniques using Cloudflare Tunnels. Experts warn that this marks a dangerous shift in ransomware behavior.📌 Key Highlights:Shift from Node.js to PHP-based RATFake CAPTCHA via FileFix trickDeep system reconnaissance and privilege checkingCommunication hidden via Cloudflare TunnelPersistence using registry keys and backup IPs#InterlockRansomware #FileFix #CyberAttack #MalwareAlert #CyberPlatter2025-07-2106 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Who Hacked Elmo? Character’s Account Becomes A Platform for HateThe official X account of Elmo, the beloved Sesame Street character, was hacked and used to post antisemitic and politically charged messages. The shocking incident sparked outrage, humor, and concern over digital security and PBS funding. All offensive posts were deleted, and Sesame Workshop confirmed the breach, assuring followers they are investigating the matter.📌 Key Highlights:Elmo’s X (formerly Twitter) account hackedOffensive, antisemitic, and political messages postedAttack on Trump, Netanyahu, and Epstein referencesAccount followed by over 640K usersSesame Workshop confirms breach and initiates recovery#ElmoHack #CyberCrime #SocialMediaBreach #SesameStreet #PBSFunding #CyberPlatter2025-07-1907 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Two-Year Online Fraud Pushes Nashik Official to Tragic EndPrashant Patil, a 40-year-old agriculture officer from Palghar, died by suicide after being defrauded of ₹56 lakh in a two-year-long online romance scam. Manipulated into believing he was investing in export goods and promised foreign currency, Patil ended up in deep financial distress. The scam reveals the devastating emotional and psychological toll of digital deception. Police have filed an FIR and are tracking the accused.📌 Key Highlights:Victim lost ₹56 lakh over two yearsFraudster posed as woman offering fake export dealVictim sold jewellery and borrowed moneyFIR filed for cheating, conspiracy & abetment to suicideInvestigation ongoing into social media & financial trails#NashikFraud #OnlineScam #CyberCr...2025-07-1907 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Inside the Bareilly Scam: How a Corporate Account Laundered ₹3.2 CroreIn a shocking twist to the ₹3.2 crore cyber scam in Bareilly, police arrested Pradeep Kumar Singh, co-director of Narayani Infratech, for allowing his company’s corporate account to be used by fraudsters. The account laundered proceeds from multiple cyber frauds—including ₹1.1 crore stolen from an Odisha-based scientist—before being frozen by authorities. Investigations point to international money flows through USDT and Hong Kong wallets, suggesting Chinese cybercriminal links.📌 Key Highlights:₹3.2 Cr fraud laundered through corporate accountCo-director arrested for leasing account for ₹75,000₹1.1 Cr traced to scam against scientistFunds routed through USDT, Hong KongLinks to China-based cyber gangs under probe#BareillyScam #CorporateFraud #Cyb...2025-07-1804 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)Ludhiana IT Professional Arrested in ₹86 Lakh Cyber Fraud Using WhatsApp ImpersonationIn a high-profile cyber fraud case, Ludhiana police have arrested a 40-year-old IT professional from West Bengal who impersonated a textile businessman on WhatsApp and scammed ₹86 lakh from the victim’s accountant. Using the businessman's photo and a false story of investment, the accused convinced the accountant to transfer funds. ₹21.5 lakh has been recovered so far. Authorities are tracking the rest and investigating links to a broader mule account network. Over 10,000 cyber complaints have been filed in Ludhiana this year, marking it as a rising hotspot for tech-enabled financial scams.📌 Key Highlights:Fraud Amount: ₹86 lakhRecovery: ₹21.5 lakh frozenAccused: West Bengal-based IT profession...2025-07-1809 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)11 States Scammed: Cyber Criminal Arrested in Rs 3.2 Crore FraudIn a major cybercrime crackdown, Bareilly Police arrested Raja Babu, the alleged mastermind behind a ₹3.2 crore fraud spanning 11 Indian states. He duped hundreds through fake job offers and investment scams, then laundered the funds via foreign cryptocurrency wallets. Authorities recovered multiple digital devices and are working with global crypto exchanges to track the stolen assets. This case highlights how cybercriminals now use digital currencies to hide and transfer illicit money.📌 Key Highlights:₹3.2 crore scammed from victims in 11 statesFraud included fake job and investment offersMoney converted to crypto and sent abroadDozens of bank accounts and SIM cards tracedPolice working with interna...2025-07-1809 min
English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter)The Anatomy of How an Elderly Professor Lost ₹2 Crores in Crypto FraudA retired 62-year-old professor from Mumbai lost ₹1.93 crore in a cryptocurrency fraud that began with a Facebook friend request. Lured by a woman posing as an expert from Gurugram, he was tricked into investing in Bitcoin. After the initial scam, two more fraudsters emerged, promising recovery but demanding more money. The victim lost nearly all his savings before realizing the trap. Mumbai Cyber Police has launched a full investigation.📌 Highlights:Scam started via Facebook friend requestFalse crypto advice built fake trustVictim transferred ₹1.93 croreSecond scam: fake "recovery agents"Case registered under BNS & IT Act📢 Be cautious of online investment offers, especially...2025-07-1706 min