Fake Trading Apps Target Victims Globally via Apple App Store and Google Play

October 2, 2024 at 01:27PM Group-IB reported on a large-scale fraud campaign involving fake trading apps on Apple App Store and Google Play Store, using phishing sites to deceive victims. Operating globally, the campaign leverages social engineering, targeting victims for investment fraud. The cybercriminals utilized a fake app to deceive victims into making investments, subsequently … Read more

Fraud ring pushes 600+ fake web shops via Facebook ads

July 31, 2024 at 10:20AM A fraud campaign named “ERIAKOS” utilizes over 600 fake web shops advertised on Facebook to collect personal and financial information, likely originating from China. The campaign offers substantial discounts on well-known products to attract users. These short-lived sites mainly target mobile users, leading to increased risk exposure. It is essential … Read more

Ticket Heist fraud gang uses 700 domains to sell fake Olympics tickets

July 10, 2024 at 04:41PM A widespread fraud campaign, dubbed Ticket Heist, has been targeting Russian-speaking individuals seeking tickets for the Paris Summer Olympics. Over 700 domains are involved in the scheme, offering overpriced fake tickets for sports and music events. The operation utilizes convincing websites and payment processing to steal money from victims. The … Read more