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18 July 2026

SEBI caution against 'Boss Scam'

This topic highlights the role of SEBI as a regulatory body in addressing emerging cyber security threats and financial fraud, providing useful context for questions on internal security and corporate governance.

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Notes

  • SEBI has issued a formal caution to regulated entities and listed firms regarding the 'Boss Scam'.
  • The scam involves fraudsters impersonating CEOs or senior management officials.
  • The modus operandi involves using communication channels like email, WhatsApp, Microsoft Teams, and other social media platforms.
  • Fraudsters target finance teams within organizations to manipulate them into transferring funds under the guise of official instructions.

Questions

  1. With the rise of sophisticated cyber-financial frauds like the 'Boss Scam', discuss the challenges faced by regulatory bodies in ensuring the cybersecurity of listed entities in India. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The 'Boss Scam', recently highlighted by SEBI, primarily involves which of the following activities?

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