The National Cybercrime Investigation Agency Islamabad, in collaboration with Interpol, Australian Police, and NCMEC, dismantled an international network involved in the production and distribution of child exploitation material through a coordinated cyber intelligence operation.
A court in Lahore has extended the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of YouTuber Ducky Bhai, in the ongoing investigation into the promotion of an illegal online gambling app that allegedly caused financial losses to citizens.
Karachi’s Special Investigation Unit raided a fake call centre in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, recovering laptops used for spoofing calls to extort wealthy individuals in Pakistan and abroad. Several suspects are under investigation while key members remain at large.
Cybersecurity researchers uncover ChaosBot, a Rust-based malware abusing Discord for command-and-control, alongside a Chaos-C++ ransomware variant featuring destructive file deletion and cryptocurrency clipboard hijacking to maximize financial damage.
NCCIA uncovers online job scam network in Multan operating under the name “Natural Life Skill Training Institute,” with eight suspects detained for defrauding citizens through fake employment and training schemes.
TikToker Asif Shah, wanted in multiple cases, was sacked at Multan Airport upon his return from Dubai after being placed on official watchlists, with authorities launching a detailed probe into his alleged offenses.
PTA’s Cyber Security Annual Report 2024–25 reveals a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks targeting Pakistan’s telecom and government systems, exposing gaps in digital defenses and urging adoption of zero-trust and stronger identity management.
From TikTok to AI voice filters, criminals in Pakistan’s Katcha region are using digital tools to lure victims into deception. Law enforcement is responding with tech-led investigations.
NCCIA has uncovered 139 digital platforms engaged in selling Pakistani citizens’ personal data. PTA has blocked the platforms, with further legal action and investigations set to follow.
Scammers are tricking WhatsApp users with fake iOS beta invites on Telegram, demanding payments of $25–$50 despite official beta access being free.
