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Wednesday, June 3, 2026Your Daily Security & Intelligence Briefing56 articles published
Varun Dhawan Deepfake Order: India's Landmark Blueprint for AI Likeness Law
Laws and Policies

Varun Dhawan Deepfake Order: India's Landmark Blueprint for AI Likeness Law

The Delhi High Court's order shielding Varun Dhawan from AI deepfakes caps a run of Indian rulings that now lead the world on personality-rights protection.

By The Cyber YodaJun 3, 2026Read Article
Dutch Authorities Dismantle Massive 17-Million-Device Botnet
Cybercrime Trends3 Jun 2026

Dutch Authorities Dismantle Massive 17-Million-Device Botnet

Dutch police and the NCSC have dismantled a 17-million-device botnet. The operation seized over 200 servers linked to a residential proxy service used for fraud.

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Gamaredon Threat Actor Targets Ukraine via WinRAR Exploitation
Global Trends3 Jun 2026

Gamaredon Threat Actor Targets Ukraine via WinRAR Exploitation

Russia's FSB-linked Gamaredon group is weaponising WinRAR flaw CVE-2025-8088 to deploy GammaSteel and GammaWorm malware against Ukrainian targets.

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Vietnam cracks down on SEO-promoted gambling websites; media company boss and 17 others arrested
Global Trends2 Jun 2026

Vietnam cracks down on SEO-promoted gambling websites; media company boss and 17 others arrested

The police pointed out that Mạnh organized employees to improve the search engine rankings of relevant gambling websites by massively creating backlinks, publishing promotional articles and online content, etc; technically this method also involves unauthorized intrusion in genuine websites. The method is known as black hat SEO as well.

Official Press Release, Hanoi PoliceRead
Cambodia Names 34 Individuals in Fresh Sihanoukville Online Scam Crackdown - read the full list
Global Trends2 Jun 2026

Cambodia Names 34 Individuals in Fresh Sihanoukville Online Scam Crackdown - read the full list

Sihanoukville Prosecutors announces names in Transnational Cyber Fraud Case: 33 Foreign Suspect scammers Indicted, 5 Chinese Suspects Granted Bail

Red official stamp of the Preah Sihanouk provincial authorityRead
8,750 Illegal Betting Platforms Blocked - Karnataka Cyber Command & I4C, MHA Executes One of India’s Largest Anti-Online Betting Operations
Cybercrime Trends (News)2 Jun 2026

8,750 Illegal Betting Platforms Blocked - Karnataka Cyber Command & I4C, MHA Executes One of India’s Largest Anti-Online Betting Operations

In a decisive regulatory shift, the Government of India brought the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2026 into force on 1 May 2026, effectively imposing a nationwide blanket ban on all forms of real-money online gaming. Enacted through the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 (passed by Parliament in August 2025), the law prohibits any online game — whether skill-based or chance-based — that involves deposits, entry fees, or monetary winnings.

Official Press Release, Karnataka State Cyber CommandRead
Hackers Exploited Meta's AI Support Bot to Hijack Instagram Accounts
AI Frauds2 Jun 2026

Hackers Exploited Meta's AI Support Bot to Hijack Instagram Accounts

Hackers tricked Meta's AI support chatbot into attaching their own email to high-profile Instagram accounts, enabling full takeovers. Meta says the flaw is now fixed.

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CRITICAL VULNERABILITY ALERT: Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Flaw Under Active Attack - (CVE-2026-0257)
Cybersecurity1 Jun 2026

CRITICAL VULNERABILITY ALERT: Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Flaw Under Active Attack - (CVE-2026-0257)

SILICON VALLEY — Cybersecurity researchers and vendor advisories have confirmed that a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS GlobalProtect software is currently being exploited in the wild.

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AI Phishing Safety: Protecting Yourself from New Web Threats
Cybersecurity1 Jun 2026

AI Phishing Safety: Protecting Yourself from New Web Threats

Learn how to spot and avoid modern AI-driven phishing scams and ChatGPT-related threats to keep your digital life secure and your personal data private.

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Haryana Police swings to action against real money online gaming - Reddyanna888
Cybercrime Trends (News)31 May 2026

Haryana Police swings to action against real money online gaming - Reddyanna888

In an operation conducted by Thana Cyber Manesar, Gurugram Police, 6 accused were arrested who were involved in running an online gaming panel used for financial transactions and cyber fraud (including lottery-style scams).

Official Press Release, Haryana PoliceRead
Da Xi Gang Casino License revoked by Cambodia in action against transnational crime operations
Cybercrime Trends (News)30 May 2026

Da Xi Gang Casino License revoked by Cambodia in action against transnational crime operations

In a press release dated May 29, 2026, the CGMC announced the revocation of License No. 280, originally granted on December 31, 2024, to DA JIN GANG HOTEL & RESORT CO., LTD. The decision followed a joint raid on May 21-22 at the casino-hotel, located at the corner of 28 June Street and 2 December Street in Preah Sihanoukville. Authorities seized 555 computers and 295 mobile phones confirmed to have been used for online scam activities.

Official Press Release, Kingdom of CambodiaRead
  Cyber Criminals Use High-limit Credit Cards to Launder cybercrime proceeds, new money layering method exposed
Cybercrime Trends (News)29 May 2026

Cyber Criminals Use High-limit Credit Cards to Launder cybercrime proceeds, new money layering method exposed

Mumbai Police have arrested two men from Jharkhand who used credit cards with huge outstanding balances to hide and move stolen money. This method has made it harder for victims to get their money back quickly. GR No. 43/2026 was linked to android malware case - GasBill Update.apk

Official Press Release, Mumbai PoliceRead
Indian Cyber Police Crack ₹1.27-Crore sophesticated android malware scam, arrest Alleged Mastermind in Cross-State Manhunt
Cybercrime Trends (News)24 May 2026

Indian Cyber Police Crack ₹1.27-Crore sophesticated android malware scam, arrest Alleged Mastermind in Cross-State Manhunt

Forensic financial tracing, digital-trail analysis and inter-state coordination helped Kanpur’s Cyber Crime unit dismantle a fraud network that allegedly weaponised fake government-scheme apps and SIM-swap attacks.

Press Release, Police Commissionarate, Kanpur CityRead
Got a Code on Your Phone You Didn't Ask For? Here's What to Do
Global Trends29 May 2026

Got a Code on Your Phone You Didn't Ask For? Here's What to Do

A message pops up: "Your code is 482917." You didn't ask for it. So what's going on — and should you worry? Here's the simple answer: someone is trying to log into one of your accounts, and your phone just received the security code that's stopping them. They probably know your password. The code is the wall they can't get past — as long as you don't share it. Stay calm. You're not too late.

US Federal Trade Commission (FTC)Read
India's ED raids multiple locations related to Parimatch, illegal online betting probe under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002
Global Trends28 May 2026

India's ED raids multiple locations related to Parimatch, illegal online betting probe under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002

Fintech Accounts, CMS Accounts of Banks, Current account of Software & Technology Entities, Wallet recharge was used for complex layering of betting & gambling funds. India has enacted a sweeping ban on all real money gaming. Under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA), the government strictly prohibits online money games, fantasy sports leagues, and casual games with entry fees or monetary stakes, regardless of whether they are classified as games of skill or chance.

Official Press Release, Enforcement DirectorateRead
Inside the $75 Billion Machine: How Pig-Butchering Investment Scams Became the World's Fastest-Growing Cyber Fraud
Global Trends28 May 2026

Inside the $75 Billion Machine: How Pig-Butchering Investment Scams Became the World's Fastest-Growing Cyber Fraud

Confidence-enabled crypto investment fraud is the world's fastest-growing online scam. Here's how it works, the warning signs, and what to do if you're targeted.

FBI IC3 2025 reportRead
Telegram Law Enforcement Request - How to investigate telegram ?
Global Trends26 May 2026

Telegram Law Enforcement Request - How to investigate telegram ?

Telegram does not provide an LERS Portal for data request. It has a dedicated email address, which can be used to seek lawful data during investigation.

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Cyber Safety Tips: Protect Your Digital Life Everywhere
Cybersecurity1 Jun 2026

Cyber Safety Tips: Protect Your Digital Life Everywhere

Follow these essential cyber safety tips to protect your personal data globally. Learn about strong passwords, 2FA, and avoiding phishing traps from Cyber Yoda.

Ministry of Cyber AffairsRead
Online Safety Tips: A Practical Guide for Digital India
Cybersecurity1 Jun 2026

Online Safety Tips: A Practical Guide for Digital India

Master online safety tips for India. Learn to secure digital payments, ignore fake KYC scams, and browse public Wi-Fi safely with this simple guide by Cyber Yoda.

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AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platform Detects Rise in Phishing Attacks Across Indian SMEs
Cybersecurity4 May 2026

AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platform Detects Rise in Phishing Attacks Across Indian SMEs

A leading AI-driven cybersecurity platform has reported a sharp increase in phishing attacks targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across India. The platform uses machine learning to detect suspicious email behavior and prevent data breaches before they occur...

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