FBI Arrests Another ShinyHunters Suspect Reportedly Involved in Its Jobs Portal Hack
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The FBI has made another arrest in connection with the ShinyHunters extortion group, according to a statement from FBI Director Kash Patel posted on X on October 9. The suspect is described as an alleged co-conspirator, though the FBI has not released their name and no charges have been made public at this time.
This development follows the group's claim in September that it had breached the FBI's jobs portal, stealing sensitive data belonging to almost all FBI agents and job applicants. The bureau has not confirmed further details about the suspect's identity or the specific role they allegedly played.
Key points:
- The arrest was announced by FBI Director Kash Patel on October 9.
- The suspect is an alleged co-conspirator of ShinyHunters.
- No name has been released and no charges are publicly filed.
- The group claimed responsibility in September for breaching the FBI jobs portal.
- Data allegedly stolen includes information on nearly all FBI agents and applicants.
The investigation remains ongoing, and further details may emerge as the case develops.
Source: The Hacker News
Do you think this arrest will meaningfully disrupt ShinyHunters' operations, or is the group likely to adapt and continue?
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