Cybercrime Rings Dismantled and Supply Chain Attacks Target npm Packages During Week 18 of 2024

During Week 18 of 2024, authorities dismantled multiple cybercrime rings, though specific groups or locations were not named. Scammers extracted billions of dollars by leveraging social media platforms to conduct fraudulent activities, with no exact monetary figures or platforms disclosed. Threat actors also targeted the software supply chain by poisoning npm packages related to SAP, though no specific package names, CVE IDs, or technical attack vectors were provided. The incidents highlight ongoing cybercriminal operations exploiting digital infrastructure and open-source ecosystems. No dates beyond the week of occurrence were mentioned.