Hacker’s Holiday Ends: Cyber Bandit Busted in Spain After 40+ Government Attacks
Spanish Police have arrested a notorious hacker behind over 40 cyberattacks on strategic organizations such as the U.S. Army and NATO. The suspect, caught in Calpe, was known for selling stolen data on dark web forums under various aliases. He now faces charges of illegal access and money laundering.
Hot Take:
It seems our hacker friend took the phrase “fly under the radar” a bit too literally, deciding to hack aviation organizations and leave a trail of digital breadcrumbs. But alas, his flight to anonymity was grounded by the Spanish authorities. Who knew that being a cyber-outlaw came with such high-flying risks and no frequent flyer miles?
Key Points:
- Spanish Police arrested a notorious hacker responsible for over 40 cyberattacks on strategic organizations.
- The hacker targeted high-profile entities such as the U.S. Army, UN, NATO, and multiple Spanish government agencies.
- The operation was a joint effort involving Spanish law enforcement, the National Cryptologic Centre, and international cooperation from EUROPOL and HSI.
- The hacker used multiple aliases and advanced anonymous communication tools to evade capture.
- The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was among the affected entities, with over 11,000 individuals exposed.
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