Cyber Crimes

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Targeted ransomware also surged in 2019 with criminals targeting organisations with the aim of extorting maximum revenue possible.

Complex cyber crime threats to continue in 2020

Cryptominers dominated the malware landscape across industries last year.

17 Jan 2020 8:00 AM

security researcher Seongsu Park noted that medical records are likely to be used for calling scam, identity and monetary theft, as well as blackmailing and any derived crimes.

Report: Your stolen medical records are as worthy on the dark web as a credit card

Before a check-up or an admission, hospitals generally require a patient’s personal and financial credentials, which can be used to scam.

14 Sep 2019 1:50 AM

Caught in the web

No matter how actively women get involved in various online platforms, they remain victims in most cases of cyber crimes. Is society to be blamed?

21 Apr 2019 2:08 AM

According to the state government’s data, while 2,654 cyber crimes were reported in the state till October 2017, they were increased to 2,945 by September 2018.

Cyber crimes on rise, govt data reveals

All the cyber labs and police stations have been provided state-of-the-art machinery (software and hardware).

26 Nov 2018 3:50 AM

The meeting was attended by representatives of Facebook, Google, Twitter, Whatsapp, YouTube and Instagram as well as officials from the Department of Telecom and various security agencies. (Photo: AFP)

Govt asks Google, Facebook, WhatsApp to check rumours, texts inciting unrest

Social media have also been asked to put in place system for prompt sharing of info sought by law enforcement agencies.

25 Oct 2018 8:12 PM

There have been many cases of the dreaded cyber crimes all over the world. In our country too, the cyber criminals do not spare Bollywood actors.

Marathi actor files FIR over fake FB account

The cyber cell cops have initiated the probe in this case after registering the complaint.

26 Aug 2018 5:36 AM

Data analytics major SAS has created a new division to help organisations fight frauds and cyber crimes.

SAS sets up new division to help companies deal with frauds

The setting up of the new division also comes at a time when there are rising concerns over data security.

10 Apr 2018 4:11 PM

MHA plans setup of apex centre to curb cybercrime

The ministry has asked states to set up similar units in respective capitals.

29 Jan 2018 1:21 AM

The apex centre - Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) - would be set up in Delhi. (Photo: File/Representational)

Home Ministry to establish apex coordination centre to tackle cyber crimes

The centre would coordinate with state govts, union territories and closely monitor the cyber space and social media.

28 Jan 2018 12:41 PM

With cyber crimes on the rise, parenting paranoia is a reality.

Parental Paranoia

As children are no strangers to gadgets today, parents find the need to be constantly vigilant when it comes to the safety of their young ones.

26 Nov 2017 12:15 AM

Reports of a new cyber attack have been discovered affecting computer systems in European countries.

Bad Rabbit creating havoc in Europe

The apparent ransomware worm, dubbed as ‘BadRabbit’, bubbled up and began spreading in Russia, Ukraine and other Eastern European countries.

25 Oct 2017 2:07 PM

Currently, they are running a campaign to make people aware about sexual and verbal abuse at workplaces.

Mumbai police raises awareness about sexual, verbal abuse in office spaces

They are using the medium to encourage people to complain on their official helplines against crimes, including stalking and cyber crimes.

18 Oct 2017 1:30 AM

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh (Photo: PTI)

Rajnath Singh orders for enhanced cyber security

The Centre’s demonetisation scheme announced last year had seen a sharp increase in online and cyber financial transactions.

20 Sep 2017 2:05 AM

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