Cybercrimes: News
China accuses US of hacking its National Time Service Center
China has accused the United States of hacking its National Time Service Center, a facility that generates and maintains China's standard time.
How India's banking sector will be protected from quantum threats
India is gearing up to bolster its cybersecurity measures in the face of the impending threat posed by quantum computing, which could potentially compromise existing encryption standards.
Personal data of 5M Qantas customers leaked on dark web
Hackers have leaked personal information of over five million Qantas customers on the dark web.
Google says 100+ companies likely affected in Oracle-linked data breach
Google has revealed that an extensive hacking campaign targeting Oracle's suite of business products has likely impacted over 100 companies.
Discord says IDs of 70,000 users may have been leaked
Discord, the popular messaging platform for gamers, has confirmed that the recent data breach may have exposed official ID photos of around 70,000 users.
Salesforce refuses to pay ransom after 1B records stolen
Salesforce has refused to pay a ransom demanded by a cybercrime syndicate that claims to have stolen around one billion records from several of its customers.
SIM-swap to phishing: How hackers can steal your WhatsApp account
Despite its robust security features like end-to-end encryption, WhatsApp accounts can still be compromised.
Discord data breach exposes user info, scanned photo IDs
Discord, a popular communication platform, has confirmed a data breach involving one of its third-party customer service providers.
Around 1B Salesforce customer records have been stolen, claim hackers
A hacking group has claimed to have stolen nearly one billion customer records from companies using Salesforce's cloud databases.
'Stay vigilant': Renault alerts customers after data breach
Renault has warned its UK customers to remain vigilant after a data breach incident involving one of its third-party service providers.
Oracle says hackers are targeting its customers with extortion emails
Oracle has confirmed that its E-Business Suite customers have been targeted with extortion emails, confirming the warning that was first issued by Google.
Google says hackers are targeting employees with extortion emails
Employees at major corporations are being targeted by a notorious ransomware group, which claims to have breached their data through Oracle Corp.'s widely-used E-Business Suite applications.
Cybercrime in India on the rise, fraud cases highest: NCRB
Cybercrime in India has witnessed a massive spike of 31.2% in 2023, according to the latest data released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
Chinese hackers hit US software, law firms in cyber campaign
A group of suspected Chinese hackers has targeted US software developers and law firms in a sophisticated intelligence-gathering campaign, cybersecurity firm Mandiant has revealed.
Man arrested over cyberattack that disrupted operations at European airports
The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) has arrested a man in connection with a cyberattack that targeted several European airports.
Ransomware attack behind disruptions in air travel across Europe
A recent disruption in air travel across Europe resulted in the cancellation and delay of hundreds of flights and impacted thousands of passengers.
How hackers turned devices 'cleaned' by FBI into weapons
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently released around 95,000 computers and internet-enabled devices that were previously infected with malware.
Airtel's anti-fraud initiatives have lowered financial losses by almost 69%
Bharti Airtel has announced a major reduction in cybercrime complaints, thanks to its anti-fraud initiatives.
Gucci, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen hit by massive data breach
A major data breach has hit luxury fashion brands Gucci, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen.
What is mule account fraud, and how to stay safe
As digital transactions continue to grow in India, a new form of financial crime has emerged: mule account fraud.
Allianz Life data breach exposes personal information of 1.1M customers
A major data breach at US-based insurance company Allianz Life has compromised the personal information of 1.1 million customers.
Scam alert! Mumbai woman loses ₹18.5L while ordering milk online
A 71-year-old woman from Wadala, Mumbai, has been duped of her entire bank savings of ₹18.5 lakh in a matter of two days.
WhatsApp Screen Mirroring fraud: What it is, how to prevent
A new wave of digital fraud is sweeping across India, targeting WhatsApp users through a sophisticated scam known as Screen Mirroring Fraud.
India among top 3 ransomware attack targets in Asia-Pacific
India has been ranked among the top three targets for ransomware attacks in the Asia-Pacific region, a recent report by Cyble revealed.
How Modi government is tackling cyber crimes in India
The Indian government has asserted its readiness to tackle online threats and cyber crimes with a strong legal framework.
How Axis Bank is protecting your FDs from digital frauds
Axis Bank has launched a new feature called 'Lock FD,' aimed at preventing premature digital closure of fixed deposits (FDs).
Russia's largest airline hit by cyberattack, over 60 flights canceled
Russia's largest airline, Aeroflot, has canceled more than 60 flights after a major cyberattack.
Attention! This website used UP governor's name to commit fraud
A fake website using the name of Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has been identified in a case of cyber fraud.
Personal data of Allianz Life customers stolen in cyberattack
Allianz Life, a leading US insurance company, has confirmed a major data breach in mid-July.
Dating app Tea hit by data breach, exposing 72,000 images
Tea, a popular dating app that allows women to review and rate men they've dated, has suffered a major data breach.
Attention! These emails about 'PAN 2.0' might steal your data
The Indian government has issued a warning against a new phishing scam targeting unsuspecting citizens.
Microsoft confirms Chinese hackers breached SharePoint servers
Microsoft has confirmed that its SharePoint document software servers were hacked by Chinese "threat actors."
Indians lost over ₹22,840cr to cyber criminals last year
India witnessed a staggering rise in cybercrime losses in 2024, with citizens losing more than ₹22,845.73 crore to cyber criminals.
How a simple password brought down a 158-year-old UK company
KNP Logistics, a 158-year-old UK transport company, has shut down after a major ransomware attack. The incident has left around 700 employees without jobs.
Global businesses hit as China-linked hackers exploit Microsoft SharePoint flaw
Microsoft has issued a warning about "active attacks" targeting its SharePoint collaboration software, which is widely used by global businesses and organizations for document storage and collaboration.
Microsoft servers under attack
Hackers have exploited a critical vulnerability in Microsoft's widely used server software, launching a global attack on government agencies and businesses.
Crypto exchange CoinDCX loses $44M in a cyberattack
India's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, CoinDCX, has confirmed a major cyberattack on its platform.
Google sues operators behind botnet that targeted 10M Android devices
Google has filed a lawsuit against the alleged operators of BadBox 2.0, a massive botnet based in China.
Why China-linked hackers are targeting Taiwan's semiconductor industry
Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint has revealed a surge in cyber espionage campaigns targeting Taiwan's semiconductor industry.
Co-op data breach affects all 6.5M customers: What was stolen?
UK retail giant Co-op has confirmed that a recent cyberattack resulted in the theft of personal data of all its customers.
Indians lost around ₹7,000cr to online scams this year
Indians have suffered a massive financial blow from online scams in the first five months of this year, losing around ₹7,000 crore.
Bengaluru chit-fund scam: How couple duped 400+ investors of ₹40cr
A Kerala couple has been accused of defrauding over 400 investors in Bengaluru through a massive chit fund scam.
IT major Ingram Micro is facing a ransomware attack
Ingram Micro, a leading US-based IT services provider, has confirmed a ransomware attack on its internal systems.
Hacker stole cryptocurrency worth $250,000 using fake Trump inauguration emails
A hacker has been accused of using fake Donald Trump inauguration emails to defraud a cryptocurrency investor of over $250,000.
Columbia University hit by 'hacktivist,' 2.5M records stolen in cyberattack
A major cyberattack compromised the personal data of over 2.5 million students, applicants, and employees at Columbia University.
Qantas data breach exposes personal info of 6M customers
Australian airline Qantas has suffered a major data breach, exposing personal information of up to six million customers.
Beware! Fake government letter targets landowners with 5G tower scam
A fake letter claiming approval from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for 5G tower installation on private property is doing the rounds.
FBI says this notorious hacking group is now targeting airlines
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and cybersecurity firms have issued a warning about the notorious hacking group, Scattered Spider.
AI driving surge in cybercrimes, used in 80% phishing attacks
A recent report, 'The State of AI-Powered Cybercrime: Threat & Mitigation Report 2025,' has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used as a weapon for cybercrimes.
Irritated by Bachchan's cybercrime caller tune? It's been removed today
The Indian government has removed the caller tune featuring Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan's voice, which warned people about cybercrimes.
How to check if your Google, Instagram passwords have leaked
A massive data leak has exposed over 16 billion login credentials, including usernames and passwords, for platforms such as Gmail, Instagram, and X.
RBI's latest project will help curb digital payment frauds
To combat the rising menace of digital payment frauds, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is working with leading public and private sector banks to create a Digital Payment Intelligence Platform (DPIP).
Israeli hackers launch cyberattack on Iranian state-owned bank
A hacking group, possibly linked to Israel, has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Iran's state-owned Bank Sepah.
Zoomcar data leak exposes personal details of 8.4M customers
Zoomcar, a Bengaluru-based leading car rental service, has disclosed a significant data breach impacting approximately 8.4 million of its customers.
Washington Post faces cyberattack, email accounts of journalists leaked
The Washington Post has confirmed a cyberattack targeting the email accounts of some of its journalists.
Google fixes bug that exposed private phone numbers
Google has patched a critical bug that allowed attackers to expose private recovery phone numbers tied to Google accounts.
Chinese hackers reportedly targeting US officials' smartphones since late 2024
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack targeting the smartphones of government officials, political figures, tech professionals, and journalists.