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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. Bandipora Police, J&K Recover Rs 5.5 Lakh and 19 Stolen Smartphones in Major Cyber Crime Operation

Bandipora Police resolved multiple complaints of financial fraud and stolen mobile phones, recovering Rs 5.5 lakh from fraudsters’ accounts and refunding victims. They also retrieved 19 stolen smartphones worth Rs 3 lakh, returning them to owners. The public appreciated the efforts, while police urged caution to prevent cybercrimes.

2. 70-Year-Old Bengaluru Man Loses Rs 89 Lakh in Cyber Scam

A 70-year-old retired Bengaluru banker lost Rs 89.5 lakh to cybercriminals who posed as police and accused him of money laundering. Threatened with charges against his family, he transferred his savings to fake accounts. The fraud came to light after the scammers stopped contact, prompting him to approach the police.

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3. Ludhiana: Cyber Fraudsters Swindle Rs 28 Lakh from An Elderly Men

Cyber fraudsters duped a 69-year-old retired ONGC official after scammers posing as ONGC staff tricked him into filling a fake health card form. Despite attempts to secure funds, fraudulent transfers drained his account. Police have registered an FIR.

4. Retired CCL Employee Defrauded of Rs 2 Crore in Digital Scam

A retired CCL employee in Ranchi lost Rs 2.27 crore to cybercriminals posing as TRAI and IPS officers. Accusing him of illegal activities, they threatened arrest and coerced him into transferring funds during a video call, termed a “digital arrest.” CID has registered a case and launched an investigation.

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5. Cyber Fraudsters Cheat BLW Officer and Mother of Rs 18.82 Lakh

An official of Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), and his mother were digitally confined by cyber fraudsters for six days, losing Rs 18.82 lakh. Posing as police, the scammers accused him of money laundering, coerced payments as a “security deposit,” and issued fake warrants. Police are investigating the case.

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6. Cyberattack Forces Eindhoven University of Technology to Cancel Classes

A cyberattack on Eindhoven University of Technology disrupted classes and exams, leaving students unable to access course materials and staff unable to conduct meetings or prepare. The university postponed exams set for January 20 by a week. IT teams are working to restore network access by next Monday.

7. Black Basta-Style Cyberattack Hits Inboxes with 1,165 Emails in 90 Minutes

Researchers at SlashNext uncovered a Black Basta-style phishing attack targeting 22 mailboxes with 1,165 emails in 90 minutes. Using fake emails, social engineering, and remote access tools, attackers sought to compromise systems. SlashNext’s AI-powered SEER™ system identified and blocked the attack, highlighting the need for advanced threat detection and security measures.

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8. Hancock Secures Cybersecurity Grant to Strengthen Digital Defenses

Allan Hancock College received a $125,525 grant from California’s Cybersecurity Grant Program to enhance its digital security infrastructure. The funds will support SIEM software, cloud security testing, and network modernization. This initiative is part of a statewide effort to improve cybersecurity resilience across public entities, protecting systems and sensitive data.

9. Google Ads Users Hit by Malvertising Scam Stealing Credentials and 2FA Codes

A malvertising campaign targeting Google Ads users uses fake ads to steal credentials and two-factor authentication codes. Threat actors host phishing pages on Google Sites, exploiting loopholes in ad rules. Stolen accounts are used to run malicious ads. Google is investigating and enforcing measures to combat such scams and abuses.

10. Lazarus Group Lures Web3 Developers with Fake LinkedIn Profiles in Operation 99

North Korea’s Lazarus Group launched “Operation 99,” targeting Web3 and cryptocurrency developers with fake LinkedIn recruiters. Victims cloned malicious GitLab repositories, embedding malware to steal data, source code, and cryptocurrency keys. The campaign spans multiple countries, exploiting high-growth industries to fund North Korea’s regime through stolen digital assets and intellectual property.

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