Hackers earning millions from hijacked cargo, FBI says
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- Cargo theft losses in the U.S. and Canada reached nearly $725 million last year, with a 60% increase from 2024 and a 36% rise in average theft value.
- Cybercriminals impersonate companies by hacking into broker and carrier systems, posting fraudulent listings on freight delivery boards to reroute and steal shipments.
- Techniques include 'double-brokering' to add unauthorized delivery stops, altering carrier information with authorities, and demanding ransoms for stolen cargo.