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Apple Fixes iPhone Security Flaw Used by FBI for Deleted Messages
Apple releases iOS and iPadOS updates patching a security bug that allowed the FBI to recover deleted Signal messages from iPhones, addressing a critical privacy vulnerability.
Pune Senior Loses Rs 18 Lakh in Digital Arrest Fraud
A 64-year-old Kalepadal resident was defrauded of Rs 18 lakh by cybercriminals posing as law enforcement officials in a sophisticated digital arrest scam between April 8-15.
Pune Firm Duped of Rs 25.40 Lakh in Email Spoofing Fraud
A Hadapsar-based engineering company in Pune was defrauded of Rs 25.40 lakh through a sophisticated email spoofing attack. The Wanowrie police are investigating after the director filed a complaint.
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Bengaluru FIR Filed for WhatsApp Impersonation of Commissioner
Bengaluru police register cyber fraud case after unknown persons impersonated city commissioner Pommala Sunil Kumar on WhatsApp to solicit funds, with messages sent to election commission officials.
Surat Police Arrest Trio in POS Machine Fraud for Card Cloning Gang
Cybercrime police in Surat have arrested three individuals for allegedly using fake Udyam certificates to obtain POS machines and supplying them to a Rajasthan-based gang involved in debit card cloning and fraudulent withdrawals.
Loan App Fraud Cases Surge in Thiruvananthapuram District
Unregulated digital lending platforms in Thiruvananthapuram are exploiting vulnerable populations, with police reporting only 25% of complaints converted to FIRs. Homemakers and elderly men are primary targets.
Gujarat Police Bust Rs 288 Crore Cyberfraud Network, Arrest 8
The Cyber Centre of Excellence in Gandhinagar dismantled a major cyberfraud network involving over Rs 288 crore, arresting eight individuals across Gujarat. Operation Mule Hunt 2.0 uncovered sophisticated money laundering through mule accounts and angadia
Kolkata Police Recovers Rs 30.5 Lakh from Digital Arrest Scam
Kolkata Police's Cyber Crime Branch recovered Rs 30.5 lakh for an 83-year-old victim of a sophisticated digital arrest scam involving fake CBI officers and fabricated documents.
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Kolkata Police Busts COD Fraud Ring, Arrests 17 in Cybercrime Raids
Kolkata Police dismantled a nationwide cybercrime syndicate exploiting cash-on-delivery systems, arresting 17 individuals in coordinated raids on two illegal call centers in south Kolkata.
Bhubaneswar Police Arrest 4 in Rs 7 Lakh APK Fraud
Cyber police in Bhubaneswar arrested four men for allegedly duping a businessman of Rs 7 lakh using a fake traffic challan APK file. The gang, linked to Jamtara networks, targeted victims across states.
Mumbai Banker Duped of Rs 97.78 Lakh in Cyber Fraud
A senior bank executive in Mumbai was defrauded of Rs 97.78 lakh by cybercriminals using fake investment apps and WhatsApp groups, promising high returns in share trading.
Govt Warns Android Users About New Dangerous Virus
The Indian government has issued a critical warning to Android smartphone users about a new, highly dangerous malware. Learn how to protect your device and data from this emerging cyber threat.
Tim Cook: Three Conditions Met for Apple CEO Succession
Tim Cook announced three conditions for stepping down as Apple CEO—strong business, loaded product pipeline, and John Ternus ready—all now met. He stays as executive chairman.
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Sony PS5 Age Verification Sparks Privacy Debate
Sony's new age verification for PS5 communication features in UK and Ireland raises privacy concerns. Users must verify age to use messaging, voice chat, and Discord, or lose access.
Unauthorized Users Access Anthropic's Mythos AI Model
A small group of unauthorized users gained access to Anthropic's Mythos AI model via a Discord channel, raising cybersecurity concerns. The company limited its release due to fears of destabilizing cybersecurity.
Ludhiana Industrialist Loses ₹20 Crore in Crypto Scam
A Ludhiana industrialist was defrauded of approximately ₹20 crore in a sophisticated cryptocurrency investment scam involving 76 bank accounts across 15 financial institutions, highlighting the growing threat of organized digital crime in Punjab.
Pune Woman Loses Rs 43 Lakh to Online Fraudsters
A 68-year-old Pune woman was cheated of Rs 43 lakh by online fraudsters posing as Nashik police officials who threatened her with arrest in a fake money laundering case.
Kochi Man Loses Rs 1.2 Crore in Online Investment Scam
A 59-year-old man in Thrikkakara lost Rs 1.2 crore to a fake online investment scheme. Police registered an FIR and warn of increasing cyber fraud targeting both young professionals and elderly individuals across Kochi.
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Bengaluru Man Loses Rs 74,000 in Bank Points Cyber Fraud
A 56-year-old company director in Bengaluru fell victim to a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme, losing nearly Rs 74,000 after clicking a malicious link promising bank reward points redemption.
MCTE Seminar on Drone, Cyber, and Spectrum Security Threats
The Military College of Telecommunication Engineering hosted a critical seminar on drone threats, cyber risks, and electromagnetic spectrum dynamics, emphasizing a 'whole-of-nation approach' to modern security challenges.
Pune Senior Saves Son from Rs 12 Lakh Digital Arrest Fraud
An 81-year-old Nigdi resident prevented his chemical engineer son from losing Rs 12 lakh in a digital arrest scam after attending a police cyberfraud awareness session. The timely intervention occurred as fraudsters impersonating Mumbai police threatened
Baguiati Woman Loses Rs 45 Lakh in Matrimonial Scam
A woman from Baguiati was defrauded of Rs 45 lakh in a sophisticated matrimonial scam that began in 2023. The perpetrator, who promised marriage, convinced her to invest in online platforms and later threatened her when confronted.
Lucknow Doctor Duped of ₹1.55 Crore in Digital Arrest Scam
A 75-year-old retired government doctor in Lucknow was allegedly defrauded of ₹1.55 crore by cybercriminals posing as police and NIA officials in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam.
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Digital Arrest Scam: Retired Officer Defrauded of Rs 82.5 Lakh
A retired Subedar and his wife in Rae Bareli were defrauded of Rs 82.50 lakh by criminals posing as CBI officers. The couple was subjected to psychological coercion and virtual surveillance in a 'digital arrest' scheme.
iValue-Varonis Partnership for DPDPA Compliance in India
iValue InfoSolutions and Varonis Systems partner to provide data security solutions for Indian enterprises to comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), enhancing data governance and privacy.
Crypto Scam Targets Ships Trapped in Strait of Hormuz
Maritime risk firm MARISKS warns of fraudulent messages promising safe passage through the blocked Strait of Hormuz in exchange for Bitcoin or Tether payments, exploiting the ongoing geopolitical crisis.
Supreme Court Alarmed by Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud
The Supreme Court expressed deep concern over rising digital arrest cyber scams, highlighting a ₹2.5 crore fraud case and urging stronger preventive measures.
Rapido Captain Messages Ghaziabad Woman After Ride
A Ghaziabad woman received unsolicited WhatsApp messages from a Rapido captain after a ride, sparking concerns over data privacy and women's safety. The company has responded to the incident.
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Rapido Captain's WhatsApp Messages After Ride Go Viral
A Ghaziabad woman's viral video reveals disturbing experience with a Rapido captain sending unsolicited WhatsApp messages after a ride, raising data privacy and women safety alarms.
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