September 7, 2024 at 03:15AM
Two men have been indicted in the U.S. for managing a dark web marketplace, WWH Club. The marketplace facilitated the sale of stolen personal and financial data, offered training for cybercrime, and had over 353,000 users worldwide. The accused face up to 20 years in federal prison and may forfeit assets obtained through the criminal enterprise.
Summary of Meeting Notes:
– Two men, Alex Khodyrev and Pavel Kublitskii, have been indicted in the U.S. for managing a dark web marketplace called WWH Club, specializing in the sale of personal and financial information.
– They are charged with conspiracy to commit access device fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
– WWH Club and its sister sites were used for buying and selling stolen personal information, conducting cyber attacks, and providing online courses for cyber criminals.
– The marketplace had over 353,000 users worldwide and generated revenue from membership fees, tuition fees, and advertising.
– Despite law enforcement efforts, WWH-Club remains operational with other administrators trying to distance themselves from Khodyrev and Kublitskii.
– If convicted, both men could face up to 20 years in federal prison and would be required to forfeit assets purchased with proceeds from their criminal enterprise.
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