Piracy Websites Abetting Cyber Crimes: Police
Hyderabad cybercrime police warn that piracy websites—such as torrent sites and “Ibomma”—are now facilitating cybercrime by stealing personal data.
When users click ads or try to close pop-ups on these sites, hidden scripts may collect sensitive information (especially if banking/financial apps are open).
Piracy has expanded beyond classic websites into social media platforms: influencers suggest films via Instagram reels, then redirect users to Telegram channels hosting full movie links.
In a recent bust, police found that the perpetrators recorded films inside theaters using devices like iPhone 14, used CCTV-monitored homes, multiple servers, and advanced setups to distribute pirated films.
Investigators estimate that the Indian film industry loses about ₹22,400 crore due to these piracy operations.
