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ShinyHunters' alleged leader arrested in Jordan
Original: HIGH severity: ShinyHunters’ alleged leader arrested in Jordan after FBIJobs.gov breach. Group hit 140+ orgs, stole sens
Authorities have arrested the alleged leader of the hacking group ShinyHunters in Jordan, according to a threat intelligence report. The group is linked to breaches of more than 140 organisations, including a compromise of the FBIJobs.gov website, the theft of sensitive data, and extortion payments totalling over $70 million. The FBI investigation is said to be ongoing, with affected organisations urged to cooperate with authorities.
Why now: The arrest of a major cybercrime figure is a significant development in an ongoing FBI investigation affecting many breached organisations.
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Evidence
- HIGH severity: ShinyHunters’ alleged leader arrested in Jordan after FBIJobs.gov breach. Group hit 140+ orgs, stole sensitive data, and extorted $70M+. FBI investigation ongoing; orgs should work with authorities. https:// radar.offseq.com/threat/allege… · offseq@infosec.exchange · 1
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