A hacker known as 'ShinyHunters' has pleaded not guilty in a case of cybercrime. The hacker is accused of taking part in illegal activities to steal data from victims, including passwords, credit card information, and other personal details. The hacker reportedly used multiple techniques and exploited unprotected systems to carry out these activities.
ShinyHunters was arrested by the German police in August 2020 and was later extradited to the US. The hacker had previously been linked with several hacking groups, including REvil, FIN11, and Maze.
The hacker's plea was filed in a United States District Court in January 2021. In the plea, the hacker denied any wrongdoing, claiming that he was not part of any malicious activity and that he always acted in the interests of responsible cybersecurity.
The US government has now filed a formal indictment against the hacker, alleging that he and other individuals breached computer systems for a total of over $100 million in damages. The indictment also mentions a number of victims, including a Hollywood studio, an educational institution, and a software developer.
The US Department of Justice is currently seeking a range of sentences for the hacker, including fines, imprisonment, and forfeiture of assets. If found guilty, ShinyHunters could face up to 20 years in prison.
The case highlights the importance of data security in the digital world, particularly in relation to password protection, encryption, and other methods. Hacking and other types of cybercrime remain serious risks, both for individuals and organizations, and it is important to take the necessary measures to ensure overall digital security.
This Cyber News was published on blog.cloudflare.com. Publication date: Sun, 29 Jan 2023 09:09:02 +0000