This week’s intelligence report—curated from official sources and law enforcement disclosures, highlights major incidents, law enforcement actions, and emerging threat vectors that underscore the growing complexity and scale of cyber threats across the globe. Below are the top 10 most significant cybercrime developments as of May 10, 2025.
1. Nationwide Crackdown Yields 24 Arrests, ₹1.49 Crore Recovered in Hyderabad Cyber Fraud Sweep
Hyderabad Cyber Crime authorities arrested 24 individuals across six states, resolving 313 cyber fraud cases involving OTP thefts, fake investment platforms, and stock scams. Assets including forged company stamps and digital devices were seized, with ₹1.49 crore refunded to affected victims.
2. Cybercrime Police in Hyderabad Refund ₹1.4 Crore to Fraud Victims
Building on their recent crackdown, Hyderabad Cybercrime officials disbursed ₹1.4 crore back to victims deceived in fraudulent schemes. The operation targeted a nationwide syndicate engaged in identity theft and financial deception.
3. Three Arrested in ₹400 Crore Pan-India Stock Scam Operation
In a high-profile case, law enforcement detained three suspects tied to a ₹400 crore scam involving fraudulent stock investment campaigns. Victims were targeted through phishing messages and misleading links, prompting an ongoing multi-jurisdictional probe.
4. Guwahati Police Recover Partial Funds in ₹2.93 Lakh Fraud Investigation
Cybercrime investigators in Guwahati managed to recover ₹1.14 lakh from a ₹2.93 lakh scam, successfully returning the funds to the victim’s account while pursuing the remaining culprits.
5. Vasai Police Refund ₹7.71 Lakh to Victims of Social Media Investment Scams
Six victims defrauded by bogus investment schemes via Telegram, Facebook, and WhatsApp were reimbursed ₹7.71 lakh. The Vasai Cyber Cell coordinated closely with financial intermediaries to trace and recover stolen assets.
6. Cyberattack on Insight Partners Raises Concerns Over Investor Data Exposure
Venture capital firm Insight Partners disclosed a January cyberattack involving social engineering. Confidential data pertaining to employees and investors may have been compromised, with increased risk of phishing and business email compromise attacks.
7. UK Cybersecurity Agency Warns of AI-Driven Threat Escalation
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) issued a warning on the escalating threat posed by AI-enhanced cyberattacks. The agency stressed the need for proactive AI security frameworks to protect critical infrastructure against anticipated zero-day exploits and adversarial automation.
8. New Phishing Technique Uses Blob URIs to Bypass Email Filters
Analysts at Cofense Intelligence exposed an advanced phishing campaign exploiting blob URIs to create deceptive, locally-rendered login pages. This approach evades email security protocols, increasing the success rate of credential theft.
9. Thailand Launches ‘Cyber Security Year’ Initiative in Public-Private Partnership
Advanced Info Service (AIS) has partnered with government and industry bodies to spearhead Thailand’s new “Cyber Security Year” campaign, focusing on digital resilience, public awareness, and multi-sectoral collaboration.
10. Parliamentary Report Slams Outdated Government Cyber Defences
A newly released report criticizes the inadequate cyber posture of national government systems. Lawmakers call for urgent investments in modern cybersecurity infrastructure to defend against sophisticated criminal and state-sponsored threats.
From large-scale financial fraud and AI-driven vulnerabilities to sophisticated phishing tactics and critical infrastructure risks, the global cybersecurity landscape demands constant vigilance, rapid response, and collaborative defense strategies. Organizations, law enforcement, and individuals must stay informed, invest in robust security measures, and foster cross-sector partnerships to mitigate these growing threats effectively.
Reported By:
Cybersecurity Team, Complaint Hub