German brewery Oettinger has allegedly become the target of a cyber attack in a move that has put confidential documents at stake. According to analysis from Cybernews, the ransomware crew calling itself Ransom House has claimed it has hit Oettinger which sees its Bavarian beers exported to many markets. The gang has also alleged that...Read More
A coordinated wave of cyberattacks has struck major UK retailers in recent weeks, with the DragonForce ransomware group claiming responsibility for breaches at Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and luxury department store Harrods. These attacks have caused significant operational disruptions and financial losses, marking one of the most substantial cyber campaigns against British retail in recent...Read More
A senator on Thursday questioned whether the president’s pick to lead the FBI might harm cybercrime investigations with his plans for the bureau. At a nomination hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., asked Kash Patel about comments he made in September. “I’d shut down the FBI Hoover building on day one and...Read More
Ransomware attacks are not only increasing, they are evolving! In today’s times, these threats are becoming more sophisticated, more damaging, and harder to detect! If you are running a business, the main concern would not be if you will be targeted but when. Ransomware can halt your operations and corrupt vital data. It may also...Read More
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. Nearly 2,000 Cybercriminals Arrested in Haryana Within Three Months Haryana Police arrested over 1,900 cybercriminals in...Read More
As businesses increasingly focus on securing their online networks, a lesser-known but equally dangerous threat is gaining traction: attacks via various “offline” methods, such as USB drives and removable media. In 2024 alone, Kaspersky detected and prevented nearly 2 crore on-device malware attacks targeting businesses in India. This figure underscores the urgent need for organizations...Read More
Experts at Niagara University’s cybersecurity forum emphasized the importance of staying informed on cyber threats and AI. NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — Experts in the cybersecurity industry hosted a forum with panelists Tuesday evening at Niagara University who discussed cyber threats and trends for 2025 and beyond as well as how to protect organizations and individuals. ...Read More
UNC3944, a financially-motivated threat actor also linked to the group known as Scattered Spider, has transitioned from niche SIM swapping operations targeting telecommunications organizations to a more aggressive focus on ransomware and data theft extortion across diverse industries. Initially observed exploiting telecom vulnerabilities to facilitate SIM swaps, UNC3944 pivoted in early 2023 to deploy ransomware...Read More
The food and agriculture sector has become a prime target for cybercriminals, with ransomware attacks more than doubling in the past quarter. Security researchers have documented 84 significant ransomware incidents targeting agricultural businesses between February and April 2025, compared to 41 attacks during the previous three-month period. This alarming surge highlights the increasing vulnerability of...Read More
