Cyber Attack
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In 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.
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A 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.
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A 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.
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A 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.
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A 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.
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An 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.
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A 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.
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A 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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A dangerous phishing campaign is targeting businesses that advertise on Meta platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Hackers are sending fake emails claiming that users’ ad accounts have been suspended due to policy violations. These emails trick victims into clicking malicious links that steal login credentials and grant attackers full control over their accounts.
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The Babuk2 ransomware group has been caught making false extortion demands by recycling stolen data from past cyberattacks. Instead of launching new breaches, Babuk2 is repurposing data from older incidents and pressuring victims into paying ransoms for information that has already been leaked.