Amar Thakare

Cybersecurity agencies are warning of a growing fraud technique involving OTP forwarding through malicious APK files hosted outside the country, posing serious risks to mobile banking and digital payment users.  In this attack, victims are tricked into downloading an Android application from unofficial links shared via SMS, WhatsApp, email, or fake customer-support calls. For more news: https://lnkd.in/g-DgjpXv

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Batch processing is dead. Real-time data integration is the baseline. The UAE's Personal Data Protection Law requires breach reporting within 72 hours. Batch processing updating security logs once daily can't meet that. Customers expect order confirmations immediately. Fraud detection flagging transactions hours later limits what you can do. The infrastructure constraints that made batch processing necessary disappeared years ago. > Expensive bandwidth > Limited processing power. Such problems can be solved. Worth asking: how many of your dashboards still show yesterday's data?

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A storm is brewing in India’s digital forensics community as senior experts accuse multinational forensic companies of systematically blocking genuine Indian innovations through unethical practices, fake “Make in India” branding, and alleged under-the-table deals with procurement officials. https://lnkd.in/gPn4tTct Centre for Police Technology

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Organizations managing multiple frameworks often prove the same controls repeatedly across different regulations. Access controls for PCI DSS. Then SOC 2. Then SAMA. Then NCA ECC. Same evidence. Different spreadsheets. Unnecessary work. GRC360.ai's Regulatory Compliance module simplifies this. ✔️ One platform for SAMA, NCA ECC, PCI DSS, SOC 2, PDPL, ISO 27001 and other frameworks, standards, regulations and laws. ✔️ Smart requirements analysis to find overlapping obligations and submit evidence once for the strictest requirement. ✔️ Automated compliance schedule manages deadlines, assigns owners and tracks submissions with full audit trails. ✔️ Statement of Applicability maps requirements to actual controls you've implemented. ✔️ Policy mapping links regulations to your organizational policies, proving governance alignment. For organizations in KSA, UAE & GCC overall managing multiple regulatory requirements, GRC360.ai reduces compliance workload while maintaining full regulatory coverage. #RegulatoryCompliance #GRC #ComplianceAutomation #SAMA #NCAECC #PDPL #SOC2 #RegTech #AuditReadiness #Regulations #Laws #Compliance

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Re-sharing for Awareness | Cybersecurity Matters: Malware attacks are evolving at an alarming pace, and awareness remains our first line of defense. Understanding the different types of malware—and how to counter them—can significantly reduce risk for individuals and organizations alike. This post does a great job of breaking down 8 common malware types, from viruses and worms to ransomware and botnets, along with practical countermeasures such as: ✔️ Regular patching and updates ✔️ Strong antivirus and security tools ✔️ User awareness and safe browsing practices ✔️ Reliable data backups and network monitoring Key takeaway: Technology alone is not enough. Staying ahead of modern cyber threats requires a combination of proactive security controls, continuous monitoring, and user education. Highly recommended read for students, professionals, and organizations aiming to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. #CyberSecurity #Malware #MalwareProtection #DataSecurity #InfoSec #UserAwareness #Antivirus #Ransomware #SecurityAwareness

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🚨Cyber Alert ‼️ 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia - 𝗔𝗖𝗪𝗔 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 🇮🇳India - 𝗟𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗻 & 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗿𝗼 INC Ransom hacking group claims to have breached ACWA Power and Larsen & Toubro, publishing internal documents as proof of compromise. Threat actor: INC Ransom Sector: Energy, Construction Data exposure (claimed): 400 GB Data type: ISO certifications | technical specifications | engineering drawings |invoices | project documentation Observed: Feb 24, 2026 Status: Pending verification ESIX© (avg) : 5.57 Full details and impact assessment on HackRisk.io

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♦️Cybersecurity Alert for Indian Organizations CERT-In has issued a #high-priority #advisory warning businesses, especially in the #BFSI sector, about looming cyber threats from Pakistan-based actors. With rising geopolitical tensions, cybercriminals are actively targeting financial institutions and critical infrastructure. 👉The advisory highlights risks such as ransomware, supply chain intrusions, DDoS attacks, website defacements, and malware. ❗️What should organizations do? Well, the standard security drills should take care , just that it needs to be followed & executed ! - Monitor systems proactively—real-time threat detection is key - Conduct risk assessments—identify and fix vulnerabilities - Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA)—strengthen access controls - Patch and update software—prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities - Train employees—awareness is the first line of defense - Leverage threat intelligence—stay ahead of evolving cyber risks by deploying the latest technologies for 360 degrees protection. 👉Budget issues - never ending challenge for CIO/CTO/CISO & IT heads : May be their voices would be heard loudly under the given circumstances! Cybersecurity is essential specially under present conditions . Stay vigilant, stay secure.

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National Initiative to Connect State Institutions to the National Cyber Security Operations Centre #NationalSecurity #NCSOC #CyberSecurity #ministryofdigitaleconomy Find the News Link in the Comments

Excellent insights on the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA). This framework is set to transform how organisations handle personal data, governance, and accountability. A must-read for leaders (Info warriors) preparing for compliance and long-term data strategy.

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Cyber cops bust inter-State fraud network arrest 81 cybercriminals In a multi-state operation, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) arrested 81 cybercriminals involved in a ₹95 crore fraud network spanning Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. The operation lasted 25 days and dismantled a core organized fraud syndicate that used a commission model, offering up to 5% to 'mules' who lent their bank accounts for fraudulent money transfers. The arrests included 28 individuals from Kerala, 23 from Maharashtra, 13 from Karnataka, 10 from Andhra Pradesh, and seven from Tamil Nadu. Among those arrested were 17 identified as agents, 11 involved in cheque and cash withdrawals totaling ₹34.70 lakhs, and 53 mule account holders. The group included professionals from diverse backgrounds, such as a Bandhan Bank branch manager, an employee from IDFC Bank linked to 106 cases, a Federal Bank employee, an accountant from the Kilpauk Audit Office, and multiple graduates. Investigators found links to external operatives, prompting the issuance of look-out circulars against accomplices abroad. The police seized 84 mobile phones, 101 SIM cards, and 89 bank passbooks and cheque books used in the fraudulent schemes. The arrests were connected to 41 cases across seven TGCSB Cyber Crime Police Stations. Investigators identified 754 related crime links nationwide, with 128 connected to Telangana, confirming the extensive reach and impact of the fraud network. #AsiaRisk #CyberAttacksandDataLoss #India https://lnkd.in/eWSTDkCT

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✅ KRIYAVAN Cyber Forensic Services conducted a hands-on training for Thoothukudi Police, distributing a comprehensive SOP booklet on the Top 20 Cybercrimes. The booklet outlines modus operandi, real-time prevention steps, and tactical response playbooks to aid effective law enforcement in cybercrime cases. We thank the leadership of SP Albert John and ASP Madan for making this mission impactful. 📞 For training & consulting: 9719301930 🔗 [www.kriyavan.in](http://www.kriyavan.in) #KriyavanIn #KRIYAVANcares #LawEnforcement #CyberSecurity #CyberCrime #PoliceTraining #DigitalForensics #PublicSafety #CyberAwareness #CyberShield

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Clarifications to Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) for SEBI Regulated Entities (REs) SEBI/HO/ ITD-1/ITD_CSC_EXT/P/CIR/2025/60 April 30, 2025 Sum of corpus of all AIFs, VCFs, and their schemes managed by a manager Categorisation shall be at the manager level instead of AIF level Mid-size REs Rs. 10,000 crores and above Small-size REs More than RS. 3000 Crores and less than Rs. 10,000 Crores Self-certification REs Rs. 3000 Crores and below Further,Further, managers of AIFs/ VCFs classified as self-certification REs and with a client base of less than 100 shall be exempted from the mandatory Market-SOC (M-SOC) requirement.

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