Readers of naavi.org have seen discussion on IRCTC website being misused and hacked several times in the past. (Earlier articles can be found here. https://www.naavi.org/wp/index.php?s=irctc
In a fresh move, (See here), police have busted a gang which was committing the “Tatkal Booking Fraud” to book tickets fraudulently ahead of the genuine travellers by manipulating the online booking system.
In the process, they seem to have used IP spoofing, call spoofing, captcha breaking and several other software tools. They have used social media for advertising their service. Additionally they are reported to have used fake Bank accounts and Wallets as well as SIM Cards where KYC failures were also responsible.
Police have been successful in arresting five prime accused and taking further action.
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