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 the first quarter of 2025. Cybercrime complaints crossed 33,000 during this period, with ₹34.73 crore recovered. In 2024, 5,156 arrests were made and ₹268.4 crore recovered. The state also blocked 2.83 lakh bank accounts and 1.24 lakh phone numbers last year.
2. Bhagalpur Businessman Defrauded of ₹3 Crore by Cyber Scammers
Cyber fraudsters scammed a businessman from Bhagalpur of ₹3.08 crore by falsely promising a loan. The victim was lured into transferring the amount under various pretexts related to loan processing. Realizing the deception, he filed an official complaint at the local police station. An investigation into the case is underway.
3. Notorious Fraudster Accused of Multi-Crore Scam Arrested After 15 Months on the Run
Delhi Police arrested, a proclaimed cyber fraud offender, from Sahibabad after months on the run. Wanted in multiple online scams including fake trade orders and insurance bonus frauds, he duped victims of lakhs. His arrest marks a major breakthrough against a widespread cyber fraud network in India.
4. Fraudsters Use Senior Officer’s Photo to Illegally Transfer Funds to Their Accounts
Cybercriminals are impersonating company executives on WhatsApp by using their photos as profile pictures to deceive junior employees into transferring funds. Posing as senior officials, they claim to be in meetings to avoid verification. Rajasthan Police has issued an advisory urging verification before responding to such suspicious messages.
5. 12 Duped in a Day: ₹3.75 Lakh Lost to Cyber Fraud in Kaithal
In a single day, 12 individuals in Kaithal fell victim to cyber fraud, losing a total of ₹3.75 lakh. Fraudsters used various tactics, including asking for OTPs and sending malicious links. Police have urged citizens to remain cautious and avoid sharing sensitive information without verifying the source.
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6. Fake SSA Emails Lure Victims into Installing ScreenConnect Remote Access Trojan
Cybercriminals are distributing the ScreenConnect Remote Access Trojan through fake emails impersonating the U.S. Social Security Administration. These phishing emails trick recipients into downloading malicious files, granting attackers remote control over victims’ systems. The scam highlights growing threats from government-themed phishing campaigns targeting personal data and system access.
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7. Double Blow: Disney Targeted in Coordinated Cyber Assaults
Disney faced two major cyberattacks in 2024—one involving sabotage by a former employee, the other an AI-based phishing trap set by hackers. Together, they exposed internal security gaps and led to the theft of 1.1TB of sensitive company data, highlighting rising risks from insider threats and AI-driven cybercrime.
8. Hackers Allegedly Steal Data of 20 Million British Co-op Customers
Hackers from the DragonForce group claimed responsibility for breaching Co-op’s IT systems, stealing data of 20 million members and contradicting the company’s earlier assurances. They also targeted M\&S and Harrods. UK officials called it a wake-up call, urging firms to prioritize cybersecurity amid rising extortion-driven cyberattacks.
9. South African Airways Confirms Cyberattack Disrupting Operations
South African Airways (SAA) confirmed a major cyberattack that began on May 3, disrupting its website, app, and internal systems. The airline issued an apology and is working to restore services. This follows a growing trend of cyberattacks targeting South African firms, including mobile operators Cell C and MTN.
10. UNC3944 Hackers Move from SIM Swapping to Ransomware and Data Extortion
UNC3944, also known as Scattered Spider, has shifted from SIM swapping to ransomware and data extortion, targeting industries like finance, gaming, and media. The group prefers large enterprises in English-speaking countries, recently expanding to Singapore and India, exploiting help desks and outsourced IT via social engineering for access.
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