Cyber Extortion
South Korea's e-commerce giant Coupang confirms data breach affecting 33.7 million users – what was compromised
South Korean retail giant Coupang apologised on Sunday, as a data breach exposed the personal details of 33.7 million customers. The government launched the investigation, as the leak raises broader concerns over corporate cybersecurity and potential phishing risks. Here's what is at stake.
1 min read1 Dec 2025Beware Black Friday scam! Criminals flood internet with over 2,000 fake Amazon, Samsung & other store sites- Report
Black Friday scam alert: CloudSEK has uncovered over 2,000 fake holiday-themed online stores impersonating major brands to steal payment and personal data. The coordinated scam network uses urgency tactics, social media ads and spoofed checkouts, posing major risks to shoppers ahead of Black Friday.
2 min read27 Nov 2025Apple users at risk: CERT-In flags major iOS and macOS vulnerabilities, here's how to stay safe
CERT-In has alerted Apple users about critical vulnerabilities in various operating systems that could lead to unauthorised data access and system takeover. Users should update their devices to the latest versions to protect against potential exploits. Here's a list of devices to update.
1 min read14 Nov 2025Google flags surge in fake VPN apps, urges caution with online deals ahead of Black Friday
Google warns users about rising online scams using AI and deceptive software, particularly malicious VPN apps. Cybercriminals impersonate trusted brands, tricking users into downloading harmful software that steals data and credentials. Here's how to stay safe, reveals the tech giant.
2 min read14 Nov 2025India's biggest ‘digital arrest' scam worth ₹58 crore: Mumbai police bust cyber fraud ring, 6 arrested
Mumbai police arrested six members of an interstate cyber fraud gang in Gujarat, linked to a ₹58 crore scam. The gang impersonated law enforcement officials to intimidate victims into paying money. The main accused, Yuvraj, coordinated with fraudsters in China and Cambodia.
2 min read17 Oct 2025Data breach alert: Hackers claim 1bn Salesforce records stolen via UK retailer attacks – Who they are, what's at risk?
Hackers calling themselves Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters claim to have stolen nearly one billion Salesforce records by targeting UK retailers via vishing attacks.
1 min read4 Oct 2025Mint Explainer | 16 billion passwords: How bad is the ‘world's largest data breach'?
Despite initial claims that the breach was the ‘largest ever in the world,' cybersecurity experts said that the impact could be limited. However, attackers could still use these databases for strategic advantages.
5 min read23 Jun 2025Google warns of social engineering campaign targeting Salesforce users: Here's what happened
A hacking group disguised as IT support has breached Salesforce systems of 20 companies in the US and Europe, using social engineering to obtain login credentials. They exfiltrated data and issued extortion demands, with no technical flaws in Salesforce itself identified.
2 min read4 Jun 2025Influencers and brands turn to social media to raise cyber awareness
Cybersecurity experts are turning influencers to raise awareness about different kinds of attacks and trends in the industry.
4 min read1 Jun 2025CERT-In issues high-risk advisory over critical Microsoft vulnerabilities: Report
CERT-In has issued a high-risk advisory for Microsoft products, highlighting serious vulnerabilities that may expose users to cyber threats. The flaws affect various services, urging prompt action from IT teams and users.
1 min read26 May 2025