š”ļø Visionary Vigilance ā Cybersecurity Weekly Digest | Episode 24 š”ļø
In todayās hyper-connected world, cyber threats are not just evolvingātheyāre accelerating. From sophisticated scams and corporate data breaches to global cybercrime networks, the digital danger zone is expanding faster than ever before. This weekās Visionary Vigilance Cybersecurity Digest shines a spotlight on some of the most alarming incidents that underscore the critical need for heightened awareness and proactive action. Whether youāre an individual, a business, or a policymaker, staying informed isnāt optionalāitās essential. š” Because in cyberspace, ignorance is the biggest vulnerability. Letās not just be users of technologyāletās be aware users.
Shivam Dharpure
7/8/20252 min read
1. ā¹750 Crore Cyber Fraud Mastermind Nabbed
The Uttarakhand STF arrested the alleged mastermind behind a massive ā¹750 crore cyber fraud involving fake loan apps and Chinese operatives.
ā”ļø The accused used shell companies and apps like Inst Loan and RupeeGo to extort victims while evading authorities for months.
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2. Chinese Cybercrime Network Busted in Jharkhand
Seven individuals working for Chinese cybercriminals were arrested in Ranchi while running scams from a local hotel.
ā”ļø The crackdown recovered laptops, mobiles, ATM cards, and hundreds of WhatsApp and Telegram chats linked to digital arrest scams.
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3. Digital Arrest Scam: CBI Impersonators Steal ā¹47 Lakh
Cybercriminals posing as CBI officers used fake video calls and documents to con a man out of ā¹47 lakh in Lucknow.
ā”ļø Victims were shown forged legal notices to instill fear, and the money was laundered through crypto wallets to hide their tracks.
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4. Man Loses ā¹53 Lakh to Cyber Crooks Posing as Delhi Police
A Hyderabad man was manipulated into transferring his savings to scammers who posed as senior Delhi Police officers.
ā”ļø The scammers used video calls in fake police uniforms and sent forged legal documents to convince the victim of false legal trouble.
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5. SEBIās Cyber Fraud Awareness Drive
SEBI announced a large-scale campaign to raise public awareness about cyber frauds and the risks of speculative trading in F&O markets.
ā”ļø The move comes after SEBI banned a US firm involved in market manipulation and aims to educate investors on safer trading practices.
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6. International Cyber Gang Busted in Surat
Surat Police uncovered a massive cyber fraud involving over ā¹335 crore and more than 11,000 investors duped with fake stock market schemes.
ā”ļø The gang promised unrealistically high returns through fake companies and even used informal money channels to evade detection.
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7. Axis Max Life Faces Cyber Threat Investigation
Axis Max Life Insurance launched a probe into a possible customer data breach after receiving an anonymous tip.
ā”ļø While no breach has been confirmed, this incident highlights the growing cyber risks in Indiaās financial and insurance sectors.
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š International Focus:
āļø FBI Warns of Airline Cyber Threats Escalating
The FBI raised alarms over rising cyber threats targeting the airline industry, warning of a potential āCyber 9/11.ā
ā”ļø Hackers like Scattered Spider use social engineering to bypass security and could cripple aviation operations within hours.
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š³ Visaās Global War Room Battles Cybercrime
Visaās 24/7 security command center fights against global cyber threats targeting financial transactions and consumer trust.
ā”ļø From romance scams to phishing, cybercriminals are using emotional manipulation and sophisticated tactics to steal billions.
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š” Cyber Hygiene Tip of the Week:
Always verify legal threats and urgent requests independently.
Cyber fraudsters thrive on creating panicāslow down, verify, and never transfer money based on fear.
By: Shivam Dharpure
Founder & Director