Cyber Attack
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Read moreA major cyber intrusion has taken down the Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVNL) website, halting critical services like new electricity connections and online bill payments for thousands of consumers across the state. A targeted cyberattack on May 7, 2025, has paralyzed UHBVNL’s digital operations, leaving over 50,000 consumers unable to access vital power utility services. The breach marks yet another alarming example of the vulnerability of India's critical infrastructure to cyber threats. -
Read moreA new wave of subscription-based scams is flooding the internet, using fake online stores, deceptive pricing, and social media ads to steal users’ credit card details and charge them repeatedly — all under the guise of “exclusive memberships.” -
Read moreIn a recent high-impact ransomware incident, a reputed biopharmaceutical company in Pune’s Hinjawadi IT hub has fallen victim to a crippling cyberattack. The attackers have demanded a ransom of $80,000 (₹68 lakh) in exchange for unlocking sensitive encrypted data, effectively halting the firm's operations for over 48 hours. -
Read moreA newly surfaced ransomware group, RansomHub, is aggressively targeting corporate environments using an advanced, multi-stage infection chain that combines initial access malware with strategic network infiltration tactics. Cybersecurity researchers warn that this Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) group poses a serious threat to global organizations by leveraging deceptive update prompts and stealthy backdoors. -
Read moreA sophisticated phishing technique has been uncovered where attackers abuse Google’s OAuth system and DKIM verification to send emails that appear to come from no-reply@google.com, but actually lead users to fake support portals aimed at credential theft. -
Read moreA massive cybercrime operation is targeting Indian investors with fake stock and crypto schemes. Hackers are using Telegram groups, fake mobile apps, and even compromised college websites to trick users, steal financial data, and siphon off crores in hard-earned money. With losses already crossing ₹50 crore, it's clear this is not just a scam—it’s a full-scale cyberattack. -
Read moreA hacker identified as @303 has allegedly breached an Indian software company on December 19, 2024, leaking a massive dataset of sensitive policyholder and admin data from companies like HDFC Ergo, Bajaj Allianz, ICICI Lombard, and more. This breach adds to the growing wave of cyberattacks targeting India’s insurance industry. -
Read moreAn Indian Air Force (IAF) C-130J aircraft flying over Myanmar during the Operation Brahma relief mission was hit by a dangerous GPS-spoofing cyberattack. The attack could have misled the aircraft, but the pilots swiftly switched to an internal system to stay safe. Here's what happened and why GPS spoofing is a growing cyber threat. -
Read moreA new email-based cyberattack tricks users into either giving away their Office365 login details or installing malware disguised as a Microsoft app. The attack uses trusted platforms like files.fm to appear legitimate and targets businesses and professionals using a double-threat strategy. -
Read moreA dangerous new malware named GIFTEDCROOK is targeting Ukrainian government systems. Disguised in phishing emails, this malware is designed to steal sensitive browser data and exfiltrate it through Telegram, making it hard to detect. Cybersecurity experts are warning that this attack is part of a growing trend in cyber-espionage by threat actors.
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