Cyber Crime
BEWARE! Dialling SBI bank toll free number? Wait! Know this fraud, else money will be gone
Tue, Feb 02, 2021
It's an important information for those State Bank of India (SBI) account holders who dial SBI's tollfree number for various banking needs, queries, complaints and other bank related information.
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Good news for Airtel customers! This 100% free service to ensure safety from online payment fraud
Wed, Jan 20, 2021
Online payment fraud: To protect Airtel customers from the growing incidents of online payment fraud, Airtel Payments Bank today launched ‘Airtel Safe Pay’ – India’s safest mode for making digital payments.
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Money fraud, cyber crime alert! Stay extra cautious on weekends - Mumbai Police writes to RBI, seeks this action
Mon, Jan 18, 2021
In a major development, Mumbai Police has written to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the wake money fraud through cyber crime, Zee Business has learnt from its sources.
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Android spyware that can enter Indian travel apps identified: Here is how to protect your smartphone
Tue, Oct 20, 2020
A previously unknown piece of Android spyware which can enter into a travel application for Indian users has been identified. According to researchers at Kaspersky, the spyware was related to GravityRAT, a spying Remote Access Trojan (RAT) known for carrying out activities in India.
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CRPF with IIT-Delhi, DRDO to create pool of 500 high-tech experts for handling ‘unprecedented situations’
Sat, Oct 17, 2020
Facing emerging challenges in conflict-torn and insurgency hit Jammu & Kashmir as well as Maoist-affected states, the CRPF has planned to create a pool of high technology experts "from among its officers" to update their skills in handling unprecedented situations.
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Haldiram's crucial data stolen; hackers demand Rs 7.50 lakh to release info
Sat, Oct 17, 2020
Hackers have allegedly stolen crucial data of popular food and snack company Haldiram's and have demanded Rs 7,50,000 for releasing the information which includes financial and sales details, according to Noida Police.
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Applying for Facebook grant? You can be scammed – Do this to stay safe
Thu, Oct 01, 2020
Fraudsters find ways to adulterate most noble causes. Earlier this year, social media giant Facebook had announced a grant of $100 million for small businesses, according to the company’s official blog. However, Kaspersky analysis shows that just as the news was picked up by media outlets, malicious users started exploiting the bait.
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Working from home? Keep your data safe; follow these best practices to prevent data leaks and exploitation
Tue, Sep 29, 2020
It’s been over six months since Work From Home was implemented at a mass level. Even though some offices have opened, most organizations continue to operate from home. This opened a door for scamsters who can leak company data and exploit it against these organizations.
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Flipkart-Bajaj Allianz launch Cyber Insurance; for under 50 paise per day, protect yourself against online fraud
Tue, Sep 29, 2020
E-commerce giant Flipkart and Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company have come together to provide insurance cover to those who want to protect themselves against any kind of cyber frauds or online financial scams.
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Android users alert! Google removes 17 apps that can steal your data – Full list here
Mon, Sep 28, 2020
Google has removed 17 apps which can be used to to steal SMSs, contacts, device information, and even sign up users for premium wireless application protocol (WAP) services, Zscaler security researcher Viral Gandhi said in a blog.
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MSME alert! Udyam Portal registration is FREE - Don't fall prey to fake websites
Tue, Aug 25, 2020
Secretary in the MSME Ministry AK Sharma has emphasised that the process for registration of MSMEs through the government website Udyam portal is absolutely free and cautioned the public not to fall prey to fake websites.
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New Phishing attack warning: How they can steal your money and what to do about it
Thu, Aug 20, 2020
Phishing is one of the oldest and most flexible types of social engineering attacks. They are used in many ways, and for different purposes, to lure unwary users to a specific site and trick them into entering personal information.
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