The Rising Threat of Cybercrime on Telegram and How to Combat It

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The increasing accessibility of cybercrime tools and services on platforms like Telegram has lowered the entry barrier for digital criminals. From fraud-as-a-service groups to AI-powered crime tools, malicious actors now have more resources than ever—targeting everyone from the elderly to children.

You Should Know:

1. Monitoring Telegram for Cybercrime Activity

Telegram is a hotspot for cybercriminal activity, including fraud shops, phishing kits, and stolen data markets. Security professionals can monitor these channels using OSINT tools.

Commands & Tools:

 Use Telegram API to monitor public groups (requires API keys)
python3 -m pip install telethon 
telethon-scraper --group "fraud_market" --output fraud_data.json

Use OSINT tools like SpiderFoot for reconnaissance 
spiderfoot -s "telegram fraud group" -m all

2. Detecting and Blocking Phishing Links

Fraud shops often distribute phishing links via Telegram. Use URL scanners and blocklists to mitigate risks.

Commands:

 Check URL reputation with VirusTotal API 
curl -X GET "https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/urls/{url_id}" -H "x-apikey: YOUR_API_KEY"

Block malicious domains using firewall rules (Linux) 
sudo iptables -A INPUT -s "malicious-domain.com" -j DROP

3. Securing Against AI-Powered Fraud

AI tools are being weaponized to automate social engineering attacks. Implement AI-driven security measures in response.

Steps:

  • Deploy AI-based email filters (e.g., Cisco Secure Email)
  • Use behavioral analysis tools (e.g., Darktrace)
  • Train employees on deepfake voice scams

4. Protecting Children from Digital Exploitation

Cybercriminals increasingly target minors. Parents and schools should enforce strict privacy controls.

Windows Parental Controls:

 Enable activity monitoring via PowerShell 
Set-MpPreference -ControlledFolderAccessEnabled 1

Linux Monitoring (for tech-savvy parents):

 Log internet activity using Squid proxy 
sudo tail -f /var/log/squid/access.log | grep "child_user"

What Undercode Say:

The cybercrime landscape is evolving rapidly, with Telegram becoming a key platform for illegal activities. Combating this requires a mix of proactive monitoring, AI defenses, and user education. Security teams must leverage OSINT tools, automate threat detection, and collaborate with law enforcement to disrupt fraud networks.

Prediction:

As AI tools become more accessible, we’ll see a surge in automated social engineering attacks, making real-time detection systems crucial. Governments may impose stricter regulations on encrypted messaging platforms.

Expected Output:

  • Increased use of AI-driven fraud detection
  • More law enforcement actions against Telegram cybercrime hubs
  • Expansion of cyber hygiene programs for children

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