Dutch authorities have arrested a suspected leader of the ShinyHunters hacking group, accused of planning murders and hacking over 140 organizations.
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Arrest of Alleged ShinyHunters Member
Dutch police, in coordination with the FBI, have arrested a 24-year-old man from Amsterdam, suspected to be a leader of the ShinyHunters hacking group. This group is accused of hacking over 140 organizations globally, including a recent breach of the FBI's systems.
The arrest, which took place on September 15, was confirmed by Dutch authorities. The suspect is charged with participating in a criminal organization and is being held in custody for at least 90 days.
Investigation into Murder Plots
In addition to hacking charges, the suspect is being investigated for attempting to orchestrate two murders abroad. This investigation is separate from the ShinyHunters case, according to Dutch police.
Authorities discovered information related to the murder plots on the suspect's laptop following his arrest.
ShinyHunters and Recent Breaches
ShinyHunters, a cybercriminal group, is known for stealing data from companies and demanding ransoms to prevent its publication. They have claimed responsibility for breaches at companies like Pornhub, Ticketmaster, and AT&T.
The group also claimed a breach of the FBI's systems, stating it was not financially motivated but intended to challenge the FBI's public claims about them. They have stated they will not publish the stolen FBI data.
