#BrazilPolice

USDoD hacker behind National Public Data breach arrested in Brazil

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October 16, 2024 at 05:54PM Brazil’s Polícia Federal arrested hacker USDoD, linked to high-profile data breaches, in “Operation Data Breach.” Identified as Luan BG, the Brazilian hacker leaked sensitive data from InfraGard and the National Public Data. His downfall came after targeting CrowdStrike, which exposed his identity, leading to his apprehension. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more

Police disrupt Grandoreiro banking malware operation, make arrests

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January 30, 2024 at 10:50AM Brazil’s Federal Police, along with cybersecurity collaborators, have disrupted the Grandoreiro banking malware operation targeting Spanish-speaking countries with financial fraud since 2017. Five arrests were made in Brazil, and substantial losses and the malware’s capabilities were outlined. The operation is on hold, but future resurgence is uncertain. From the meeting … Read more