CROWDFUNDINSIDER · 2026-10-12 21:59 UTC

Brazil Police Seize $1.7M In Crypto In Cybercrime Probe

Brazilian police seized $1.71 million in cryptocurrency and froze bank accounts holding $18.1 million in a cybercrime investigation into a group using phishing and social engineering to compromise government systems and access corporate data. The group used a 'ClickFix' technique to trick victims into installing malicious software through fake browser error messages, gaining control of compromised devices and accessing credentials from Brazilian public agencies and financial sector companies. The operation resulted in 17 search warrants, 2 arrest warrants, seizure of real estate worth 5…

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