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Govt Warning: Don’t use public USB ports to charge your smartphones

31Mar

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Govt Warning: Don’t use public USB ports to charge your smartphones

[ad_1] The government has issued a warning urging citizens to be cautious when using public phone charging stations in places like airports, cafes, hotels, and bus stands. The advisory comes amidst growing concerns over the "USB charger scam," a tactic cybercriminals use to exploit unsuspecting individuals who rely on these stations while on the move.The USB charger scam poses a significant risk, exploiting the trust of individuals who rely on public charging ports. Cybercriminals utilise a tactic called "juice-jacking" to compromise these ports and launch attacks on connected devices. Also read: Total Solar Eclipse 2024: When, where and how to watch rare celestial event: All details What is ‘Juice-Jacking'Through juice-jacking, hackers can steal sensitive data or implant malware onto u...

Cybercriminals exploiting eSIM tech to hijack data, access bank accounts, warn researchers

15Mar

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Cybercriminals exploiting eSIM tech to hijack data, access bank accounts, warn researchers

[ad_1] In a stark warning, F.A.C.C.T., a leading Russian cybersecurity firm, has raised alarm about the sinister use of eSIM technology by criminals to pilfer phone numbers, enabling access to sensitive bank accounts. The revelation, reported by Bleeping Computers, sheds light on a disturbing trend where eSIM, initially designed for convenience, are now being exploited as tools for nefarious activities.What is eSIM Technology?eSIM, or electronic SIM card, represents a digital evolution of physical SIM, residing within mobile device chips and offering identical functionality with the added benefit of remote reprogramming capabilities. Users can seamlessly integrate an eSIM into their devices by scanning a provided QR code from their service provider. Widely embraced by smartphone manufac...

‘Warzone RAT’ malware service that stole users passwords dismantled, suspects arrested

10Feb

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‘Warzone RAT’ malware service that stole users passwords dismantled, suspects arrested

[ad_1] U.S. authorities on Friday said they had seized websites used to sell cybercriminals malware called "Warzone RAT" that could be used to steal data from victims' computers.Two people in Malta and Nigeria have been arrested on related charges, they added. Federal prosecutors in Boston said law enforcement had taken down four domains that together offered to sell malware, which allowed cybercriminals to secretly connect to peoples' computers for malicious purposes. The malware, a so-called remote access trojan, allowed hackers to browse file systems, take screenshots, obtain a victim's user names and passwords, record keystrokes and watch computer users through their web cameras, prosecutors said.Jodi Cohen, head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Boston office, called it soph...

What is credential stuffing and how can I protect myself? A cybersecurity researcher explains

22Jan

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What is credential stuffing and how can I protect myself? A cybersecurity researcher explains

[ad_1] Cyber-skulduggery is becoming the bane of modern life. Australia's prime minister has called it a “scourge”, and he is correct. In 2022–23, nearly 94,000 cyber crimes were reported in Australia, up 23% on the previous year.In the latest high-profile attack, around 15,000 customers of alcohol retailer Dan Murphy, Mexican restaurant chain Guzman y Gomez, Event Cinemas, and home shopping network TVSN had their login credentials and credit card details used fraudulently to buy goods and services in what is known as a “credential stuffing” attack. So what is credential stuffing – and how can you reduce the risk of it happening to you? Re-using the same login detailsCredential stuffing is a type of cyber attack where hackers use stolen usernames and passwords to gain unauthorised acces...

Over ₹10,300 crore siphoned off by cyber criminals since 2021: I4C

4Jan

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Over ₹10,300 crore siphoned off by cyber criminals since 2021: I4C

[ad_1] Over ₹10,300 crore were siphoned off from the country by cybercriminals since April 1, 2021, of which agencies managed to successfully block around ₹1,127 crore in the country, Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) said Wednesday. Over 4.52 lakh cyber crime cases were reported on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) in 2021, which rose by 113.7 per cent in 2022, with 9.66 lakh cases being reported on the portal, CEO of I4C Rajesh Kumar told reporters in an interaction here. I4C is a body established by the Ministry of Home Affairs to provide a framework and eco-system for law enforcement agencies for dealing with Cybercrime in a coordinated and comprehensive manner. We are now on WhatsApp. Click to join. Kumar said over 15.56 lakh cases were reported on NCR...

ChatGPT-like AI tools assisting cybercriminals to pull off shockingly effective online scams

25Nov

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ChatGPT-like AI tools assisting cybercriminals to pull off shockingly effective online scams

[ad_1] Online scams are rising phenomenally, and some experts believe that it is about to explode even further. According to a report by Scamwatch, an online scam-monitoring website, a total of 257,392 cases have been reported by October 2023, marking a sharp increase from 2022's 239,237 cases. Cybercriminals have begun taking the help of generative AI tools such as ChatGPT to start campaigns at a much faster rate and they are making their fake claims much more believable, indicating they will easily fool the victim with their nefarious tactics. Earlier, this was a huge problem for cybercriminals.Speaking with CBS MoneyWatch, Michael Bordash, senior vice president of US-based telecom company Syniverse, said, “Unfortunately, criminals are getting much better at writing English. ChatGPT i...

Payment gateway company account hacked! Cybercriminals get away with whopping Rs. 16,180 cr

8Oct

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Payment gateway company account hacked! Cybercriminals get away with whopping Rs. 16,180 cr

[ad_1] In one of the worst cyber attack cases, it has been revealed that cybercriminals hacked into a payment gateway account and made off with as much as Rs. 16,800 crore! Thane Police have registered an FIR, which states that a group of persons allegedly hacked into a payment gateway service provider company's account and siphoned off the funds from different bank accounts. What is even more shocking is that these cybercriminals managed to do this over a period of time without anyone actually finding out.The fraud was taking place since long and came to light following a complaint lodged with Srinagar police station in Maharashtra's Thane city, PTI reported. The complaint alleged hacking of the payment gateway account of the company here in April, 2023 and Rs. 25 crore being siphoned ...

Rise in cybercriminals leveraging voice phishing and OTP theft for data breaches: Report

25Sep

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Rise in cybercriminals leveraging voice phishing and OTP theft for data breaches: Report

[ad_1] In a concerning revelation, cybersecurity researchers have unearthed a growing trend among cybercriminals who are ingeniously merging the sinister world of voice phishing (vishing) with One-Time Password (OTP) grabber services to amplify their illicit activities. The findings, detailed in a report by CloudSEK, a cybersecurity firm, have shed light on an evolving threat landscape.The Art of VishingVishing, short for voice phishing, is a manipulative technique where individuals are coerced into divulging sensitive information over the phone. What sets vishing apart is the human touch it adds to cyberattacks, making victims more susceptible to trust the caller on the other end of the line. These attackers employ highly sophisticated tactics, including interactive voice response (IVR...

Trend Micro finds 2 new types of malware on Google Play Store! Is it on your phone? Delete now

30Jul

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Trend Micro finds 2 new types of malware on Google Play Store! Is it on your phone? Delete now

[ad_1] Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics to stay ahead of cybersecurity measures, much to the despair of innocent smartphone users. This makes it crucial for users and businesses to stay vigilant and adopt robust security measures, because if they don't, they stand to lose their valuable data and money to hackers.Cybersecurity company Trend Micro has found two new types of Android malware called CherryBlos and FakeTrade on the Google Play Store, according to a report by BleepingComputer. But these harmful apps are not limited to the Play Store; they are also spreading through social media and fake websites in the form of APK files that people can install. The harmful apps utilize different ways to spread, such as social media, phishing sites, and deceptive shopping ap...

Barbie fake download scam: 2 ways cybercriminals did it and 5 ways to save yourself

29Jul

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Barbie fake download scam: 2 ways cybercriminals did it and 5 ways to save yourself

[ad_1] The tremendously popular Barbie movie that stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling is being misused by cybercriminals to launch malware attacks worldwide in order to cash in on the mega-blockbuster, revealed a McAfee report. These cybercriminals are luring consumers by promising free downloads of the Barbie film or tickets. Instead, when someone downloads the file, it installs data-stealing spyware!If anyone shares personal and financial information with these scammers it will lead to identity theft and financial fraud Following a record-breaking opening weekend, McAfee is encouraging caution as consumers search ‘Barbie'-related items online and may be more vulnerable to falling for a scam. "Cybercriminals often leverage popular and well-publicized events such as movie premieres, co...