November 10, 2024 at 10:30PM Alexander “Connor” Moucka, linked to the Snowflake breach affecting 165 customers, was arrested in Canada due to a U.S. extradition request. His co-conspirator, John Binns, is jailed in Turkey. Critical vulnerabilities in various software and cyber threats targeting crypto businesses are also highlighted, emphasizing ongoing security challenges. Here are the … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 07:30AM Brazil’s Federal Police have arrested a hacker identified as USDoD, a notorious figure known for leaking sensitive information. This arrest marks a significant development in cybersecurity efforts. The news was reported by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. Announcement from Brazil’s Federal Police regarding the arrest of a hacker. 2. The arrested … Read more
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
October 10, 2024 at 06:18PM Ukraine’s cyber police arrested a 28-year-old for operating an illegal VPN service that enabled access to the Russian internet (Runet), violating national security laws. The service facilitated significant network traffic and could lead to a 15-year prison sentence. Police seized equipment and are investigating possible accomplices and Russian connections. ### … Read more
June 12, 2024 at 09:47AM A 28-year-old Russian man in Kyiv was arrested for collaborating with Conti and LockBit ransomware operations, making their malware undetectable and conducting an attack himself. The arrest was part of ‘Operation Endgame’, which dismantled botnets and main operators. The man was specialized in developing custom crypters to evade antivirus detection … Read more
January 5, 2024 at 07:18AM The US Justice Department charged 19 individuals in relation to the xDedic cybercrime marketplace takedown in 2019. The marketplace facilitated the sale of stolen server credentials and personal information. Those charged include administrators, buyers, and sellers, with sentences ranging from probation to 78 months in prison. Additionally, extradition is pending … Read more