Albany police clash with vigilante group in arrest of alleged child predator | #childpredator | #kidsaftey | #childsaftey

The vigilante group had accused Albany police of being “pedophile protectors” when police did not immediately arrest a man accused of child sex crimes back in March. PORTLAND, Ore. — A civilian vigilante group in Albany helped lead to the arrest of a man accused of child sex crimes, though police had warned against the […]

DragonForce Ransomware Hits Harrods, Marks and Spencer, Co-Op & Other UK Retailers | #ransomware | #cybercrime

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 […]

FBI nominee Kash Patel gets questions on cybercrime investigations, Silk Road founder, surveillance powers | #cybercrime | #infosec

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 […]

Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [07.05.2025]: Click here to Know More | #cybercrime | #infosec

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 […]

Kaspersky reports surge in on-device cyberthreats against Indian businesses, ET CISO | #cybercrime | #infosec

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 […]

Experts discuss future cyber threats at Niagara University | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware

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.  […]

UNC3944 Hackers Shift from SIM Swapping to Ransomware and Data Extortion | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware

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 […]

Local mother concerned for child’s safety after violent threat from classmate | #childsafety | #kids | #chldern | #parents | #schoolsafey

BATAVIA, Ohio (WKRC) — A violent threat and a disturbing drawing of a child covered in blood have a local mother concerned for her daughter’s safety. Sarah Philhower believes officials at Batavia Elementary are not completely addressing her concerns. However, school leaders say they’ve been responsive. Philhower said that administrators told her they would make […]

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