The Zservers takedown is another big win for law enforcementDutch police seized 127 servers from a Russian hosting service linked to major cyber criminal groups.
Bogus 'BianLian' Gang Sends Snail-Mail Extortion LettersBianLian ransomware group is using physical letters for extortion, a shift from typical digital methods.
Reflecting on three years of cyber warfare in Ukraine | Computer WeeklyThe Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly transformed the global cyber security landscape, impacting tactics and frequency of cyber threats.
Hackers are using a new AI chatbot to wage cyber attacks: GhostGPT lets users write malicious code, create malware, and curate phishing emails - and it costs just $50 to useHackers exploit uncensored chatbots like GhostGPT to develop malware and conduct cyber crimes.
Top 10 cyber crime stories of 2024 | Computer WeeklyRansomware attacks in 2024 caused unprecedented devastation, particularly affecting the UK's NHS and the British Library.Increased transparency and proactive measures by the NCSC and NCA signal a stronger fight against cybercrime.
The Teenager Who Lived a Secret Double Life as a Millionaire Crypto BanditDarren Marble lost $100,000 to SIM swapping, exposing vulnerabilities in cryptocurrency security and the emotional impact on the victims.
The Zservers takedown is another big win for law enforcementDutch police seized 127 servers from a Russian hosting service linked to major cyber criminal groups.
Bogus 'BianLian' Gang Sends Snail-Mail Extortion LettersBianLian ransomware group is using physical letters for extortion, a shift from typical digital methods.
Reflecting on three years of cyber warfare in Ukraine | Computer WeeklyThe Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly transformed the global cyber security landscape, impacting tactics and frequency of cyber threats.
Hackers are using a new AI chatbot to wage cyber attacks: GhostGPT lets users write malicious code, create malware, and curate phishing emails - and it costs just $50 to useHackers exploit uncensored chatbots like GhostGPT to develop malware and conduct cyber crimes.
Top 10 cyber crime stories of 2024 | Computer WeeklyRansomware attacks in 2024 caused unprecedented devastation, particularly affecting the UK's NHS and the British Library.Increased transparency and proactive measures by the NCSC and NCA signal a stronger fight against cybercrime.
The Teenager Who Lived a Secret Double Life as a Millionaire Crypto BanditDarren Marble lost $100,000 to SIM swapping, exposing vulnerabilities in cryptocurrency security and the emotional impact on the victims.
Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested in HackneyRichard Ehiemere, linked to an online pedophile group, was arrested for blackmailing and abusing teenage girls online.
Predator in UK's largest catfishing case' drove 12-year-old girl to suicideA serial predator was sentenced to life for exploiting and blackmailing vulnerable teens online, causing severe harm and tragic consequences.Online abuse in the digital age poses significant risks, particularly for vulnerable youth.
The Indo Daily: Deepfake: Garda probe into phoney topless images of female politicianAn investigation is underway regarding the creation and spread of possibly malicious material targeting public figures in Ireland.
I quit Big Tech to hunt pedos after being disturbed by online abuseOnline predators target children of all demographics.Undercover operations expose the alarming extent of online abuse.Creating effective decoys for investigations is a meticulous process.Awareness is crucial for parents to protect their children.
Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested in HackneyRichard Ehiemere, linked to an online pedophile group, was arrested for blackmailing and abusing teenage girls online.
Predator in UK's largest catfishing case' drove 12-year-old girl to suicideA serial predator was sentenced to life for exploiting and blackmailing vulnerable teens online, causing severe harm and tragic consequences.Online abuse in the digital age poses significant risks, particularly for vulnerable youth.
The Indo Daily: Deepfake: Garda probe into phoney topless images of female politicianAn investigation is underway regarding the creation and spread of possibly malicious material targeting public figures in Ireland.
I quit Big Tech to hunt pedos after being disturbed by online abuseOnline predators target children of all demographics.Undercover operations expose the alarming extent of online abuse.Creating effective decoys for investigations is a meticulous process.Awareness is crucial for parents to protect their children.
Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal groupRichard Ehiemere was convicted for facilitating a misogynistic online network that exploited vulnerable individuals, particularly girls, through extreme coercion.
Miami-Dade man jailed for hoarding child porn - including victims as young as 2: policeA Miami-Dade man was arrested for hoarding child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as two years old.
Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal groupRichard Ehiemere was convicted for facilitating a misogynistic online network that exploited vulnerable individuals, particularly girls, through extreme coercion.
Miami-Dade man jailed for hoarding child porn - including victims as young as 2: policeA Miami-Dade man was arrested for hoarding child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as two years old.
Army soldier linked to Snowflake extortion to plead guiltyA US Army soldier pleaded guilty to leaking private call records of individuals, notably involving major telecom companies.
Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen informationA former Disney employee has been charged with cyber crimes, including endangering diners by manipulating allergen information on menus.
Woman (20s) arrested after probe into potential data breach at a national utility service providerA woman was arrested as part of an investigation into a potential data breach at a national utility service provider.
Army soldier linked to Snowflake extortion to plead guiltyA US Army soldier pleaded guilty to leaking private call records of individuals, notably involving major telecom companies.
Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen informationA former Disney employee has been charged with cyber crimes, including endangering diners by manipulating allergen information on menus.
Woman (20s) arrested after probe into potential data breach at a national utility service providerA woman was arrested as part of an investigation into a potential data breach at a national utility service provider.
FBI notified over 4,300 victims of 'pig butchering' crypto scams in past yearThe FBI's initiative has flagged over 4,300 victims of cryptocurrency fraud, helping to save $285 million.
Man Who U.S. Says Faked Death to Avoid Child Support Gets 81 Months in PrisonKipf hacked the death registry to fake his death and evade child support payments.
Deadbeat dad faked his own death by hacking government sitesJesse Kipf was sentenced to prison for faking his death to avoid child support, hacking into government systems to manipulate records.
DoJ Indicts 5 Individuals for $866K North Korean IT Worker Scheme ViolationsThe U.S. indicted five individuals for their roles in a fraudulent IT worker scheme benefiting North Korea.
DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years14 North Korean nationals indicted for violating U.S. sanctions and engaging in large-scale fraud by working illegally in the U.S.
Indiana Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing $38M in Crypto Via 'Cyber Intrusion'A man pleaded guilty to stealing $38 million in cryptocurrency from a financial services company in a cyber intrusion scheme.
Southeast Asia scammers stole up to $37 billion in 2023, UN saysCyber crime syndicates in Southeast Asia have generated up to $37 billion in illicit revenue, intensifying their operations despite law enforcement efforts.
Man Who U.S. Says Faked Death to Avoid Child Support Gets 81 Months in PrisonKipf hacked the death registry to fake his death and evade child support payments.
Deadbeat dad faked his own death by hacking government sitesJesse Kipf was sentenced to prison for faking his death to avoid child support, hacking into government systems to manipulate records.
DoJ Indicts 5 Individuals for $866K North Korean IT Worker Scheme ViolationsThe U.S. indicted five individuals for their roles in a fraudulent IT worker scheme benefiting North Korea.
DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years14 North Korean nationals indicted for violating U.S. sanctions and engaging in large-scale fraud by working illegally in the U.S.
Indiana Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing $38M in Crypto Via 'Cyber Intrusion'A man pleaded guilty to stealing $38 million in cryptocurrency from a financial services company in a cyber intrusion scheme.
Southeast Asia scammers stole up to $37 billion in 2023, UN saysCyber crime syndicates in Southeast Asia have generated up to $37 billion in illicit revenue, intensifying their operations despite law enforcement efforts.
Dark web hacker who made 42k selling unreleased Coldplay tracks is spared jailA hacker sold unreleased music online, avoiding jail time despite significant copyright offences, highlighting issues with music piracy's impact on artists.
The UN finally unanimously agrees on cybercrime treatyUN approved Russia's proposal against cyber crime despite opposition from tech companies and privacy activists.
Five Scattered Spider suspects indicted for crypto heistsA US indictment names five members of the cyber-gang Scattered Spider accused of stealing millions in cryptocurrency through phishing and ransomware tactics.
Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCsA former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.
LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer WeeklyLockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.
US offers $2.5m bounty for on-the-run malware dev | Computer WeeklyThe U.S. has issued a $2.5 million bounty for Belarusian malware developer Volodymyr Kadariya, linked to major cyber crime operations involving the Angler exploit kit.
NCA's Operation Morpheus targets illicit Cobalt Strike use | Computer WeeklyCobalt Strike, a legitimate tool, is exploited by cyber criminals through pirated versions, contributing to major cyber attacks like ransomware incidents.
The UN finally unanimously agrees on cybercrime treatyUN approved Russia's proposal against cyber crime despite opposition from tech companies and privacy activists.
Five Scattered Spider suspects indicted for crypto heistsA US indictment names five members of the cyber-gang Scattered Spider accused of stealing millions in cryptocurrency through phishing and ransomware tactics.
Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCsA former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.
LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer WeeklyLockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.
US offers $2.5m bounty for on-the-run malware dev | Computer WeeklyThe U.S. has issued a $2.5 million bounty for Belarusian malware developer Volodymyr Kadariya, linked to major cyber crime operations involving the Angler exploit kit.
NCA's Operation Morpheus targets illicit Cobalt Strike use | Computer WeeklyCobalt Strike, a legitimate tool, is exploited by cyber criminals through pirated versions, contributing to major cyber attacks like ransomware incidents.
Nigerian cyber fraud suspect extradited to US from Ghana DW 12/13/2024Nigerian citizen Abiola Kayode was extradited to the US for wire fraud after being on the FBI's Most Wanted list.
Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sitesEuropol has launched a major initiative against DDoS attacks by seizing websites and making arrests, especially during the holiday season.
Global Police Action Against DDoS Attackers: Operation PowerOFFInternational law enforcement is intensifying efforts against DDoS-for-hire services through Operation PowerOFF, focusing on arrests and prevention.
Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sitesEuropol has launched a major initiative against DDoS attacks by seizing websites and making arrests, especially during the holiday season.
Global Police Action Against DDoS Attackers: Operation PowerOFFInternational law enforcement is intensifying efforts against DDoS-for-hire services through Operation PowerOFF, focusing on arrests and prevention.
US indicts two over socially engineered $230M+ crypto heistTwo individuals are facing serious charges for stealing over $230 million in cryptocurrency, highlighting the complexities of crypto-related crime and laundering.
NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments | Computer WeeklyUK's NCA disrupts Russian money laundering networks tied to cyber crime, drugs, and firearms trafficking.
US indicts two over socially engineered $230M+ crypto heistTwo individuals are facing serious charges for stealing over $230 million in cryptocurrency, highlighting the complexities of crypto-related crime and laundering.
NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments | Computer WeeklyUK's NCA disrupts Russian money laundering networks tied to cyber crime, drugs, and firearms trafficking.
Man posing as YouTube star jailed for global sextortionA predator used sextortion tactics against hundreds of underage victims, resulting in a 17-year prison sentence for extreme exploitation.
U.K. man who used AI to create child sexual abuse imagery sentenced to 18 years in prison | TechCrunchA UK man was sentenced to 18 years for using AI to create and sell child sexual abuse imagery.
Man posing as YouTube star jailed for global sextortionA predator used sextortion tactics against hundreds of underage victims, resulting in a 17-year prison sentence for extreme exploitation.
U.K. man who used AI to create child sexual abuse imagery sentenced to 18 years in prison | TechCrunchA UK man was sentenced to 18 years for using AI to create and sell child sexual abuse imagery.
AI-generated child sex abuse images pose challenges for federal prosecutorsFederal prosecutors intensify efforts against generative AI misuse for child exploitation due to concerns over normalization and increased illicit content.
Cops lure pedophiles with AI pics of teen girl. Ethical triumph or new disaster?AI-generated images of fake minors assist police in catching child predators on social media platforms like Snapchat.
Norbury paedophile who sent sexual messages to kids arrested at Gatwick AirportSean Francis McGranaghan was sentenced to over six years in prison for attempting sexual communication with children.
AI-generated child sex abuse images pose challenges for federal prosecutorsFederal prosecutors intensify efforts against generative AI misuse for child exploitation due to concerns over normalization and increased illicit content.
Cops lure pedophiles with AI pics of teen girl. Ethical triumph or new disaster?AI-generated images of fake minors assist police in catching child predators on social media platforms like Snapchat.
Norbury paedophile who sent sexual messages to kids arrested at Gatwick AirportSean Francis McGranaghan was sentenced to over six years in prison for attempting sexual communication with children.
Trump campaign hack traced to three Iranians seeking to disrupt election, DOJ saysIranian hackers targeted U.S. electoral process, revealing foreign threats to election integrity.
Gardai investigating 'incident of endangerment' at Aviva Stadium seize droneGardaí are investigating a serious incident at the Aviva Stadium involving a drone and have seized electronic devices as part of their ongoing inquiry.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov awaits charges in France as firm denies law-breakingPavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, is detained in France under investigation for allegations of failure to cooperate with law enforcement on multiple serious crimes.
In Russia, questions swirl over arrest of Telegram bossPavel Durov's arrest in Paris has sparked significant mystery and speculation about potential charges and implications related to his platform, Telegram.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov questioned over cyber crime charges | Computer WeeklyPavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, has been detained by French police over serious cyber crime allegations, including child abuse and narcotics distribution.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov awaits charges in France as firm denies law-breakingPavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, is detained in France under investigation for allegations of failure to cooperate with law enforcement on multiple serious crimes.
In Russia, questions swirl over arrest of Telegram bossPavel Durov's arrest in Paris has sparked significant mystery and speculation about potential charges and implications related to his platform, Telegram.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov questioned over cyber crime charges | Computer WeeklyPavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, has been detained by French police over serious cyber crime allegations, including child abuse and narcotics distribution.
How might the UK's cyber landscape change under Labour? | Computer WeeklyThe Labour Party's electoral success may lead to significant reforms in the UK's cyber security strategy, addressing rising cyber threats effectively.
NCA cracks digitalstress DDoS-for-hire operation | Computer WeeklyThe NCA disrupted digitalstress.su, unearthing cyber criminal activities, showing vulnerabilities of such domains, and gathering data for future law enforcement actions.
International police operation infiltrates LabHost phishing website used by thousands of criminals | Computer WeeklyLaw enforcement shuts down major phishing-as-a-service platform LabHost, leading to 37 arrests worldwide and revealing 70,000 UK fraud victims.
NCA cracks digitalstress DDoS-for-hire operation | Computer WeeklyThe NCA disrupted digitalstress.su, unearthing cyber criminal activities, showing vulnerabilities of such domains, and gathering data for future law enforcement actions.
International police operation infiltrates LabHost phishing website used by thousands of criminals | Computer WeeklyLaw enforcement shuts down major phishing-as-a-service platform LabHost, leading to 37 arrests worldwide and revealing 70,000 UK fraud victims.
How companies are using automation and AI for cloud securityCloud data is increasingly targeted by cyber criminals; identity-based techniques like credential theft are popular tactics.Generative AI tools are expected to be utilized by cyber crime groups for faster attacks, but also have potential for securing cloud instances.
The College Student Who Lived a Secret Double Life as a Millionaire Crypto BanditCryptocurrency conference attendee fell victim to sim swapping, losing $100,000 instantly, highlighting the vulnerability of crypto assets to cyber crimes.