(therecord.media) Cybercriminals Hijack Cargo Shipments Through Load Board Fraud, FBI Warns of Multi-Million Dollar Thefts
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(therecord.media) Cybercriminals Hijack Cargo Shipments Through Load Board Fraud, FBI Warns of Multi-Million Dollar Thefts
FBI warns of a 60% surge in cargo thefts (2025: $725M) via cyber-enabled load board fraud. Threat actors compromise freight broker/carrier accounts, post fraudulent listings, and divert shipments—often undetected until loss is reported. Tactics include social engineering, malicious links, FMCSA profile tampering, and ransom demands.
In brief - Cybercriminals are hijacking cargo shipments by breaching load boards, impersonating brokers, and redirecting freight. The FBI reports $725M in losses (2025), with attacks involving phishing, double-brokering, and regulatory tampering to facilitate theft.
Technically - Attackers compromise load boards via phishing/malicious links, then impersonate brokers or carriers to post fraudulent freight listings. Double-brokering inserts unauthorized stops, while FMCSA profile alterations enable unauthorized shipments. Ransom demands are delivered via email or overseas contacts. Compromised carriers often remain unaware until brokers report missing cargo.
Source: https://therecord.media/hackers-earning-millions-from-hijacked-cargo-fbi
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