Airline Scammers Targeting Travelers on Social Media

Scammers are posing as airline customer service agents on social media in order to steal travelers' personal information during flight disruptions. Cybercrime is a growing threat with scammers using deceptive tactics to gain trust and extract sensitive data.

Ransomware attack on London hospitals

A Russian cyber gang named Qilin is believed to be behind a ransomware attack that disrupted London hospitals, leading to canceled operations and appointments. The attack targeted Synnovis, a pathology lab services provider for the National Health Service, causing serious disruption to healthcare services.

Chinese National Arrested for Running Botnet and Cyber Crimes

A Chinese national was arrested for running a botnet that generated $99 million in profits through criminal activities, including identity theft, child exploitation, and financial fraud. Authorities seized $29 million in cryptocurrency and Wang used the illicit gains to purchase properties in several countries.

Financial Sextortion: The Fastest-Growing Cybercrime

Financial sextortion, a modern cybercrime, preys on young men and teenage boys by coercing explicit images for ransom. Victims, often minors, face devastating consequences including suicide. Law enforcement struggles to combat scammers based abroad, while parents and cybersecurity experts advocate for better protections from tech companies.

Financial Sextortion Scam Targeting Young Men and Boys

David falls victim to a financial sextortion scam after engaging with a fake profile named Chelsea on Instagram. The scammer demands money in exchange for not sharing explicit photos with David's family and friends. The scam preys on young men and boys, leading to devastating consequences for some victims.