Ransomware Response Expert Arrested in ShinyHunters FBI Hack Probe
A Canada-based cybersecurity expert was arrested last week in the United States on suspicion of being involved in ShinyHunters attacks, including the recent hacking of FBI systems.
FBI director Kash Patel announced on Friday that agents had arrested another suspected ShinyHunters co-conspirator.
“This is the latest arrest this FBI has made in a matter of days involving this network, as we work non-stop to dismantle the group, pursue new leads and evidence, and act quickly,” Patel stated, adding, “We will continue to work closely with our partners to disrupt what’s left of the ShinyHunters group and their associates, no matter where they operate.”
The suspect has not officially been named, but The New York Times and cybersecurity blogger Brian Krebs reported that he is Edward Dubrovsky, a Canadian cybersecurity expert specializing in ransomware response.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police confirmed for CBS Newsthat it’s aware of the arrest...
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