Russia arrests one of its own – a cybercrime suspect on FBI’s most wanted list

December 2, 2024 at 07:44AM Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, a notorious cybercriminal and alleged ransomware mastermind, was reportedly arrested by Russian authorities. Indicted by the US in 2023 with a $10 million reward for his capture, his arrest might signal a shift in Russia’s approach to cybercrime, possibly linked to financial pressures due to the Ukraine … Read more

Russian Hacker With $10 Million Bounty on His Head Reportedly Arrested

December 2, 2024 at 04:52AM Russian authorities have arrested Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, known for his alleged involvement in ransomware attacks, including LockBit and Hive. Wanted by the U.S., he was added to the FBI’s most wanted list in May 2023, which offered a $10 million bounty for information leading to his capture. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

Behind the Scenes of Matveev’s Ransomware Empire: Tactics and Team

December 19, 2023 at 10:45AM Cybersecurity researchers disclosed details about the ransomware operation run by Russian national Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, who allegedly led attacks worldwide. Matveev and his team demonstrate a relentless pursuit of ransom payments, engaging in dishonest practices and showing a disregard for ethical values. They utilize various tactics and tools for their … Read more