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- Cybercriminals gained access to the official email account of Manoharabad-based MLR Auto Limited.
- Attackers deceived the company into believing its bank account information had been updated to divert funds.
- Authorities were able to freeze and recover a portion of the stolen money after a prompt complaint.
- Medak police advised businesses to verify all communications regarding payment details through independent channels.
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D.V. Srinivasa Rao
Medak district SP
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“independently verify any email or WhatsApp message seeking changes to bank account or payment details, particularly before making high-value transfers.”
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…Auto Limited met Medak district police officials on Wednesday and expressed gratitude after the police action helped recover part of the money. Medak district SP D.V. Srinivasa Rao advised companies and individuals to independently verify any email or WhatsApp message seeking changes to bank account or payment details, particularly before making high-value transfers. Account numbers, IFSC codes and beneficiary names should be checked carefully. Users were also advised to secure email accounts with strong passwords and two-factor authentication and avoid opening suspicious links or…
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