Goodbye, dark Telegram

Blocks are pushing the underground out

What's hidden in a familiar messenger?

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Cybercriminals have long gone beyond dark web forums; they actively use legitimate platforms. Telegram is most popular among them. However, if for ordinary users this is just a messenger, then for attackers it is also a full-fledged business platform.

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Our research revealed:

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Popularity

Why fraudsters choose Telegram

Lifetime

How long does a cybercriminal Telegram channels live

Activities

Which cybercriminal activity is most popular in Telegram

Migration

Do attackers have a preference for changing messenger

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Telegram – land of freedom?


An analysis of more than 800 blocked channels for the period 2021-2024 showed: the frequency of blockings began to increase again from October 2024.

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Does this mean that attackers are encountering more active resistance?

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Learn more about current trends
in cybercriminal communications

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