The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a public warning over a sharp rise in cyber-enabled cargo theft, as threat actors increasingly use digital tactics to impersonate legitimate businesses, hijack freight, and steal high-value shipments.

According to the FBI, cybercriminals are targeting transportation and logistics companies involved in shipping, receiving, and insuring cargo. The agency said these attacks have been ongoing since at least 2024 and are now becoming more sophisticated and widespread.

Losses linked to cyber-enabled cargo theft have surged significantly. In 2025, estimated cargo theft losses in the United States and Canada reached nearly $725 million, marking ...