Cybersecurity: News
20 Nov 2024
Cybercrimes45% Indians targeted by shopping scams this festive season: McAfee
A recent survey by global cybersecurity firm McAfee has highlighted the worrying trend of deepfake shopping scams in India.
20 Nov 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft's new initiative aims to prevent future CrowdStrike-like incidents
In the wake of CrowdStrike incident, which affected 8.5 million Windows PCs and servers in July, Microsoft is working on a new strategy - Windows Resiliency Initiative.
20 Nov 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft launches hacking event with $4 million in rewards
Microsoft has announced the launch of Zero Day Quest, a one-of-a-kind hacking event to improve security for its cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) products.
18 Nov 2024
CybercrimesBeware of scammers pretending to represent Zerodha: Nithin Kamath
A recent surge in fake apps and websites, often masquerading as legitimate platforms, has alarmed Zerodha's co-founder and CEO Nithin Kamath.
18 Nov 2024
GoogleStay safe! Google issues advisory about latest online scam tactics
Google has launched a new campaign to educate users about the latest online fraud tactics and make them digitally safe.
17 Nov 2024
CybercrimesGurugram Police arrests 11 in ₹33cr cyber scam across India
The Gurugram Police's cybercrime unit has arrested 11 people in a major cyber fraud case.
17 Nov 2024
CybercrimesReceived scam call or message? Here's what you should do
With the rise of digital communication, we have also witnessed a surge in scam calls and messages.
17 Nov 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeet Daisy, the AI granny developed to outsmart scammers
UK-based telecom giant Virgin Media O2 has launched an interesting new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called "Daisy."
15 Nov 2024
BitcoinHacker behind billion-dollar Bitcoin heist gets 5-year sentence
Ilya "Dutch" Lichtenstein, the mastermind behind a major Bitcoin heist, has been sentenced to five years in prison by a Washington federal court after being pleaded guilty last year.
14 Nov 2024
Technology10 most common passwords you should stop using immediately
NordPass, a popular password manager, has released its annual list of most commonly used passwords.
13 Nov 2024
WhatsAppHow to protect yourself from WhatsApp wedding invitation scam
A new cyber scam, involving fake wedding invitations sent through WhatsApp, is on the rise. The Himachal Pradesh Police have issued a public warning about the deceptive practice.
06 Nov 2024
Stock MarketElderly targeted in rising online scam wave in India
India is seeing a rise in online scams, with the elderly being the most susceptible.
05 Nov 2024
CybercrimesDigital Arrest scam: How to quickly identify fake warrants, notices
India has seen a major rise in digital arrest scams lately, with fraudsters duping unsuspecting people.
04 Nov 2024
State Bank of India (SBI)What is SBI Reward Points scam, how to protect yourself
The State Bank of India (SBI) has issued a critical warning to its customers regarding a new kind of fraud in the name of reward point redemptions.
01 Nov 2024
CybercrimesKerala: Senior citizen loses ₹6 crore in online trading scam
A 63-year-old senior citizen from Marappalam district in Kerala has become the latest victim of an elaborate online trading scam, losing a whopping ₹6.19 crore.
30 Oct 2024
CybercrimesBeware! E-challan scam is the new phishing attack in India
A new form of online fraud, the e-challan scam, is currently raising alarms among Indians.
28 Oct 2024
Cybercrimes'Digital arrest' frauds cost Indians ₹120 crore in January-April
Between January-April 2024, Indians lost a whopping ₹120.30 crore to "digital arrest" scams, Indian government's cybercrime data revealed.
27 Oct 2024
CybercrimesElderly woman in Kerala loses ₹87L to online trading scam
A 62-year-old woman from Kochulloor, Thiruvananthapuram, has been duped in an online trading scam, losing a whopping ₹87 lakh.
26 Oct 2024
MicrosoftDelta sues CrowdStrike over 'catastrophic' software update disrupting 7,000 flights
Delta Air Lines has sued cybersecurity company CrowdStrike after a global outage in July resulted in mass flight cancelations.
25 Oct 2024
IRDAIAfter Star Health data leak, IRDAI proposes stricter anti-fraud measures
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has proposed changes to its fraud-monitoring framework for insurance companies. The move comes amid the changing face of cybercrimes.
25 Oct 2024
Aadhaar CardWhat is 'digital arrest' scam and how to protect yourself
A disturbing new cybercrime trend has emerged in India - the 'digital arrest' scam.
24 Oct 2024
GoogleUpdate now! Critical flaw allows remote attacks on Samsung phones
Google's security researchers have sounded the alarm over a critical vulnerability in Samsung's mobile processors.
24 Oct 2024
WhatsAppBeware! These new online scams can steal your money, credentials
In the digital age, online scams are getting more sophisticated and widespread.
23 Oct 2024
ChinaHong Kong bans WhatsApp, WeChat, Google Drive for civil servants
Hong Kong has banned civil servants from using certain messaging and cloud storage services during work hours.
21 Oct 2024
App Store'Pig butchering': How cybercriminals target investors with fake trading apps
Cybersecurity firm Group-IB has discovered a number of fake trading apps on Google Play and Apple's App Store.
21 Oct 2024
ICICI BankBeware of these parcel fraud scams, ICICI Bank warns
ICICI Bank has warned its customers about a new trend of parcel fraud scams.
20 Oct 2024
CybercrimesHow to identify online job scams and avoid them
The digital age has made the job market a tough place to be.
19 Oct 2024
National Crime Records BureauMobile scams on the rise: How to protect yourself
The rise of technology has made mobile phones the go-to devices for banking, online shopping, and communication. But this transition has also given rise to scams that target unsuspecting users.
18 Oct 2024
CybercrimesScammed online? Visa offers essential tips for recovering money
As the festive season draws near, shoppers are all set to grab discounts and deals, but so are fraudsters looking to capitalize on any opportunity to cheat unsuspecting buyers.
17 Oct 2024
Lifestyle'CyberAware' prioritizes digital well-being for healthy technology relationships
As technology plays a bigger role in our lives, prioritizing digital well-being is crucial for a healthy lifestyle.
17 Oct 2024
Lifestyle'CyberAware' initiative: Simple steps to secure your digital life
As of early 2024, India has 751.5 million internet users, making online safety increasingly urgent amid rising cybercrimes such as cyberbullying, extortion, grooming, and deepfake technology.
15 Oct 2024
Ministry Of Home AffairsDeepfake victim Rashmika Mandanna named National Ambassador for Cyber Safety
The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs has roped in popular actor Rashmika Mandanna as the National Ambassador for Promoting Cyber Safety.
15 Oct 2024
LifestyleCyber4Youth initiative: Empowering the youth to combat cyber fraud
In a world driven by technology, young people spend more time online than before.
14 Oct 2024
CybercrimesInternet Archive returns after cyberattack as a read-only service
After a cyberattack, the Internet Archive, a popular digital library, has resumed operations.
13 Oct 2024
CybercrimesStar Health faces ₹57L ransom demand after significant data breach
Star Health, India's top health insurance provider, has confirmed that it received a ransom demand of $68,000 (around ₹57.2 lakh). This comes after a major data breach that exposed sensitive customer information.
10 Oct 2024
Data LeakInternet Archive suffers major data breach, 31 million users affected
In a major data breach, non-profit digital library Internet Archive has been compromised, affecting some 31 million users.
09 Oct 2024
Microsoft EdgeUpdate your browser! Critical vulnerabilities found in Microsoft Edge
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-risk advisory, warning Windows users about security vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge.
09 Oct 2024
Data LeakStar Health Insurance leak: Data of 31M customers selling online
Star Health Insurance, a leading health insurance provider in India, is facing a major data security breach, potentially impacting millions of its customers.
08 Oct 2024
CybercrimesMoneyGram confirms data breach affecting millions of customers
MoneyGram, a leading US-based money transfer company, has confirmed that a cyberattack last month led to the theft of its customers' personal information and transaction data.
07 Oct 2024
WhatsAppBeware, pensioners! Here's how fraudsters may scam you on WhatsApp
Pensioners in India are increasingly falling prey to scammers posing as officials of the Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO), Financial Express reports.
02 Oct 2024
MetaMeta partners with UK banks to tackle online scams
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced a collaboration with two prominent UK banks.
30 Sep 2024
CybercrimesPadma Bhushan awardee SP Oswal loses ₹7cr in online scam
SP Oswal, who heads the Vardhman Group and is also a Padma Bhushan awardee, has fallen victim to a massive online fraud worth ₹7 crore.
29 Sep 2024
AndroidTired of spam calls? Here's how to block them
Spam calls can be such a headache for those of us glued to our smartphones.
28 Sep 2024
CybercrimesBeware! These online scams may target you this festive season
As the festive season kicks in, cybersecurity experts are raising alarms about a spike in online scams.
27 Sep 2024
Google ChromeUpdate your browser! Critical vulnerabilities discovered in Google Chrome
The Indian government has issued a high-risk warning to Google Chrome users, due to critical vulnerabilities detected in the browser. These flaws could potentially expose their systems to cyberattacks.
25 Sep 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft acknowledges cybersecurity shortcomings, pledges to make changes
Microsoft has publicly acknowledged its shortcomings in the field of cybersecurity, and announced it will make necessary changes to rectify them.
24 Sep 2024
GoogleThis malware has infected 11M Android devices via Play Store
A new variant of the Necro malware for Android, has infected over 11 million devices.
24 Sep 2024
MicrosoftFrom travel to healthcare: Global impact of CrowdStrike's outage explained
A software update by US cybersecurity firm, CrowdStrike, triggered a major global IT disruption.
11 Sep 2024
Pakistan NewsWhy Pakistan's internet firewall has its tech sector worried
Pakistan's tech industry is facing significant challenges due to the government's decision to implement a China-like internet firewall.
10 Sep 2024
Indian GovernmentModi government to establish national registry of suspected cyber criminals
The Indian government will set up a national registry of suspected cyber criminals, as part of its intensified efforts to combat cybercrimes.
09 Sep 2024
CybercrimesLiminal Custody denies role in $230 million hack, blames WazirX
Liminal Custody, a digital asset custodian, has refuted allegations of its involvement in the $230 million cyberattack that took place on July 18, 2024.
09 Sep 2024
CybercrimesIndians faced over 10M cyberthreats in Q2 2024
A recent report by Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity and digital privacy firm, has revealed that Indian computer users encountered over 10 million cyberthreats during the second quarter of this year.
03 Sep 2024
EnglandUK's transport authority suffers cyberattack
Transport for London (TfL), the organization responsible for managing the public transport network in England's capital, has confirmed a cybersecurity breach.
03 Sep 2024
Google CloudTCS and Google Cloud partner to launch AI-backed cybersecurity tools
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading IT firm, has announced an expansion of its collaboration with Google Cloud.
02 Sep 2024
Dark WebHow AI is helping in tackling dark web's cyber threats
The dark web, a notorious hub for cybercrimes including malware distribution, data breaches, ransomware services, and phishing kits, is now being monitored by artificial intelligence (AI).
01 Sep 2024
GoogleHow Apple, Google wallets are making hotel stays more secure
Several hotel chains are considering replacing traditional plastic room keys with digital alternatives available on Apple Wallet and Google Wallet apps.
