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Channel Post MEA
19-06-2025
- Channel Post MEA
Group-IB Announces Support For INTERPOL's Operation Secure
Group-IB has announced its support for Operation Secure, a major law enforcement initiative led by INTERPOL across the Asia-Pacific region. The operation resulted in the arrest of 32 suspects and the dismantling of vast criminal infrastructures responsible for infostealer malware campaigns targeting individuals and businesses worldwide. Conducted between January and April 2025, Operation Secure was coordinated by INTERPOL under the Asia & South Pacific Joint Operations Against Cybercrime (ASPJOC) framework. It brought together law enforcement agencies from 26 countries and private cybersecurity firms including Group-IB, Kaspersky, and Trend Micro. Group-IB played a central role in providing threat intelligence on infostealer malware such as Lumma, Risepro, and META Stealer. This malware is used by cybercriminals to steal sensitive information, including login credentials, cookies, payment details, and crypto wallet data, often serving as the initial vector for more damaging attacks such as financial fraud and ransomware. Through the collective efforts of law enforcement and cybersecurity partners, more than 20,000 malicious IPs and domains were taken offline, effectively neutralizing 79% of the identified malicious infrastructure. In addition, 41 servers were seized, and more than 100 GB of stolen data was recovered, including compromised credentials linked to over 216,000 victims, all of whom have since been notified to take protective actions. The operation also led to 32 arrests, including 18 individuals in Vietnam, and another 14 across Sri Lanka and Nauru. In Vietnam, authorities seized over VND$300 million in cash, multiple SIM cards, and business registration documents connected to illicit cyber activity. In Hong Kong, investigators discovered 117 command-and-control servers hosted across 89 different ISPs, underlining the global spread of the threat infrastructure. Neal Jetton, INTERPOL's Director of Cybercrime, emphasized the significance of cross-border collaboration, stating: 'INTERPOL continues to support practical, collaborative action against global cyber threats. Operation Secure has once again shown the power of intelligence sharing in disrupting malicious infrastructure and preventing large-scale harm to both individuals and businesses.' Dmitry Volkov, CEO of Group-IB, echoed the importance of public-private cooperation: 'The compromised credentials and sensitive data acquired by cybercriminals through infostealer malware often serve as initial vectors for financial fraud and ransomware attacks. By sharing actionable intelligence with INTERPOL and local law enforcement agencies, we are helping to dismantle the infrastructure behind these attacks and protecting both organizations and individuals globally.' Group-IB's collaboration with INTERPOL extends beyond the Asia-Pacific region. The company also supported Operation Red Card, a major international crackdown on cybercrime across Africa that led to the arrest of over 300 cybercriminals and the disruption of criminal networks behind scams targeting thousands of victims. As an official INTERPOL Gateway Partner and an active contributor to global investigations, Group-IB works closely with international law enforcement bodies including INTERPOL, EUROPOL, and AFRIPOL to build a safer cyberspace. The company is also a member of EUROPOL's European Cybercrime Centre (EC3) Advisory Group on Internet Security, which strengthens cooperation between Europol and trusted private-sector partners. Group-IB remains committed to supporting intelligence-led operations that help dismantle cybercriminal infrastructure and protect individuals and businesses worldwide.
Arabian Post
12-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Cyber Sweep Disables 20,000+ Infostealer IPs and Domains
Global law enforcement has dismantled over 20,000 malicious IP addresses and domains used to serve 69 variants of information‑stealing malware, in a sweeping cybercrime operation spanning 26 countries across the Asia‑Pacific region. The coordinated effort—dubbed Operation Secure—uncovered the digital infrastructure behind credential‑harvesting malware, led to the seizure of 41 servers, over 100 GB of illicit data, and the arrest of 32 suspects, officials said. The four‑month initiative, conducted between January and April 2025, was facilitated through the Asia and South Pacific Joint Operations Against Cybercrime project, with INTERPOL coordinating national cybercrime units and private cybersecurity firms including Group‑IB, Kaspersky and Trend Micro. Intelligence sharing proved crucial, enabling authorities to disrupt roughly 79% of the identified malicious infrastructure. Vietnamese police led the arrests, detaining 18 suspects and uncovering VND 300 million, SIM cards, corporate documentation and digital devices during raids targeting a ring alleged to be selling corporate accounts for illicit use. A further 14 individuals were apprehended in Sri Lanka and Nauru, where targeted house raids also led to the identification of 40 victims. ADVERTISEMENT Hong Kong authorities played a vital technical role, analysing more than 1,700 pieces of intelligence supplied by INTERPOL and mapping 117 command‑and‑control servers across 89 ISPs, infrastructure that underpinned phishing, fraud and social media scam campaigns. In the wake of the operation, over 216,000 individuals and organisations at risk were notified, enabling them to take defensive action such as freezing accounts and changing passwords. Infostealer malware—software designed to extract browser credentials, cookies, credit card details, and cryptocurrency wallet keys—is increasingly being used as a springboard for more destructive operations, according to cyber‑crime experts. Once compromised, credentials are sold on underground forums, facilitating follow‑on attacks including ransomware, data breaches and business email compromise. Group‑IB, a Singapore‑based cybersecurity firm, confirmed that the operation targeted stealer families such as Lumma, RisePro and Meta, adding that 'the compromised credentials and sensitive data acquired by cybercriminals through infostealer malware often serve as initial vectors for financial fraud and ransomware attacks'. Neal Jetton, INTERPOL's Director of Cybercrime, emphasised that the success of Operation Secure underlined the power of global cooperation. 'INTERPOL continues to support practical, collaborative action against global cyber threats,' he said. 'Operation Secure has once again shown the power of intelligence sharing in disrupting malicious infrastructure and preventing large‑scale harm to both individuals and businesses'. Analysts observe that this operation builds on previous global cyber‑crime crackdowns, such as Operation Synergia II in 2024, which dismantled more than 22,000 malicious IPs worldwide. Taken collectively, such operations demonstrate a growing focus on attacking the root infrastructure that supports cybercrime, rather than just responding to individual attacks. With cyber threats proliferating in complexity and scale, experts say that such public‑private partnerships and intelligence sharing are vital. By targeting the infrastructure that underpins malware distribution, authorities aim to disrupt criminal ecosystems before they evolve, rather than merely reacting to breaches.
The Sun
20-05-2025
- The Sun
Phishing and online scams dominate global cybercrime landscape
KUALA LUMPUR: Online scams and phishing remain the most prevalent global cyber threats, with criminals leveraging increasingly sophisticated tactics to deceive victims, said INTERPOL's Cybercrime Directorate Dr Neal Jetton. He said most cybercrimes observed across Asia and globally stem from social engineering attacks, such as phishing, ransomware and business email compromise scams. 'Phishing-related scams are likely the most widespread cyber threat today, not just in Malaysia or the Asia Pacific, but globally. 'These often involve emails or messages that appear legitimate, whether for romantic, business, or financial opportunities,' he said at a press conference after the opening of the inaugural Cyber Games 2025 today. Jetton, who is based in Singapore, stressed that cybercrime is both a regional and global challenge, noting that approximately 75 to 80 percent of cyber incidents worldwide involve a human element, most commonly through phishing. Phishing is a form of cyberattack in which criminals impersonate trusted sources via emails or messages to deceive individuals into disclosing sensitive information, such as passwords, financial credentials, or personal data. The urgency of the issue is evident in Malaysia's statistics, with ransomware incidents rising by a staggering 78 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024, reflecting the increasing complexity and scale of cyber threats locally. When asked about Malaysia's capacity to tackle such threats, Jetton commended the Royal Malaysian Police for their dedication and proactive efforts in combating cybercrime. 'I've had several interactions with Malaysian police, and I can speak very positively about their efforts. Cybercrime in general is just very difficult,' he said. He added that INTERPOL continues to work closely with Malaysia and expressed hope that this collaboration will further strengthen in future efforts to combat cybercrime. Jetton highlighted artificial intelligence (AI) and encrypted technologies as key areas of concern, noting that law enforcement agencies often face challenges in keeping up with the fast-evolving tools employed by cybercriminals. 'My team focuses a lot on how we can keep up with these technologies, though we're not necessarily the subject matter experts in AI to help us respond effectively,' he said.
The Star
20-05-2025
- The Star
Phishing, online scams dominate global cybercrime landscape, says Interpol
KUALA LUMPUR: Online scams and phishing remain the most prevalent global cyber threats, with criminals leveraging increasingly sophisticated tactics to deceive victims, said Interpol's cybercrime directorate Dr Neal Jetton. He said most cybercrimes observed across Asia and globally stem from social engineering attacks, such as phishing, ransomware and business email compromise scams. "Phishing-related scams are likely the most widespread cyber threat today, not just in Malaysia or the Asia Pacific, but globally. "These often involve emails or messages that appear legitimate, whether for romantic, business, or financial opportunities," he said at a press conference after the opening of the inaugural Cyber Games 2025 on Tuesday (May 20). Jetton, who is based in Singapore, stressed that cybercrime was both a regional and global challenge, noting that approximately 75 to 80 per cent of cyber incidents worldwide involve a human element, most commonly through phishing. Phishing is a form of cyberattack in which criminals impersonate trusted sources via emails or messages to deceive individuals into disclosing sensitive information, such as passwords, financial credentials, or personal data. The urgency of the issue is evident in Malaysia's statistics, with ransomware incidents rising by a staggering 78 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2024, reflecting the increasing complexity and scale of cyber threats locally. When asked about Malaysia's capacity to tackle such threats, Jetton commended the Royal Malaysia Police for their dedication and proactive efforts in combating cybercrime. "I've had several interactions with Malaysian police, and I can speak very positively about their efforts. Cybercrime in general is just very difficult,' he said. He added that Interpol continues to work closely with Malaysia and expressed hope that this collaboration will further strengthen in future efforts to combat cybercrime. Jetton highlighted artificial intelligence (AI) and encrypted technologies as key areas of concern, noting that law enforcement agencies often face challenges in keeping up with the fast-evolving tools employed by cybercriminals. "My team focuses a lot on how we can keep up with these technologies, though we're not necessarily the subject matter experts in AI to help us respond effectively," he said.- Bernama
Barnama
20-05-2025
- Barnama
Phishing And Online Scams Dominate Global Cybercrime Landscape
INTERPOL's Director of the Cybercrime Directorate, Dr Neal Jetton, speaks at a press conference after officiating the opening of Cyber Games 2025 today. KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Online scams and phishing remain the most prevalent global cyber threats, with criminals leveraging increasingly sophisticated tactics to deceive victims, said INTERPOL's Cybercrime Directorate Dr Neal Jetton. He said most cybercrimes observed across Asia and globally stem from social engineering attacks, such as phishing, ransomware and business email compromise scams. "Phishing-related scams are likely the most widespread cyber threat today, not just in Malaysia or the Asia Pacific, but globally. 'These often involve emails or messages that appear legitimate, whether for romantic, business, or financial opportunities," he said at a press conference after the opening of the inaugural Cyber Games 2025 today. Jetton, who is based in Singapore, stressed that cybercrime is both a regional and global challenge, noting that approximately 75 to 80 percent of cyber incidents worldwide involve a human element, most commonly through phishing. Phishing is a form of cyberattack in which criminals impersonate trusted sources via emails or messages to deceive individuals into disclosing sensitive information, such as passwords, financial credentials, or personal data. The urgency of the issue is evident in Malaysia's statistics, with ransomware incidents rising by a staggering 78 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024, reflecting the increasing complexity and scale of cyber threats locally. When asked about Malaysia's capacity to tackle such threats, Jetton commended the Royal Malaysian Police for their dedication and proactive efforts in combating cybercrime. 'I've had several interactions with Malaysian police, and I can speak very positively about their efforts. Cybercrime in general is just very difficult,' he said.
