Corporate Espionage – Uncovering Hidden Data Theft in a Company
📍 Location: Bangalore
🏢 Client: A Leading IT Firm (Name Withheld for Confidentiality)
The Problem: Mysterious Data Leaks Affecting Business Operations
A well-established IT company in Bangalore was experiencing frequent data breaches and project losses. Highly confidential client proposals were being leaked, and a major competitor was launching similar products just days before them.
🔴 Critical internal reports were appearing in competitor hands
🔴 Client trust was declining due to security concerns
🔴 Company revenue was dropping as deals were being lost
Despite strict IT security policies and NDAs, the leaks continued. The company suspected corporate espionage but had no solid proof.
Turning to City Intelligence for a Discreet Investigation
The company’s HR and security heads contacted City Intelligence Pvt. Ltd. for a thorough investigation.
Our Investigation Plan
✅ Step 1: Covert Employee Surveillance – We placed some key employees under discreet monitoring.
✅ Step 2: Cyber Forensics Analysis – Checked internal emails, USB access logs, and digital footprints.
✅ Step 3: Undercover Operation – Our trained investigator joined the company as a new employee to uncover internal threats.
The Discovery: A Key Employee Was Secretly Selling Data
After weeks of investigation, we identified the culprit—a senior project manager who was leaking sensitive company data to a competitor for money.
🔴 He used personal email & encrypted messaging apps to send information.
🔴 He often met with an “old friend” from a rival company after work.
🔴 A hidden USB keylogger was found installed on his office computer, capturing keystrokes and login credentials.
The Outcome: Securing the Company from Further Espionage
With solid evidence, the company took immediate action:
✔️ Terminated the culprit and initiated legal proceedings
✔️ Reinforced cybersecurity measures and restricted external USB usage
✔️ Introduced stricter employee monitoring policies
By identifying the corporate spy, City Intelligence Pvt. Ltd. saved the company from further financial losses and secured its confidential data.