Iranian Hacker’s Guilty Plea: Robbinhood Ransomware Strikes Baltimore, Faces 30 Years
Iranian man pleads guilty to his role in the Baltimore ransomware attack tied to Robbinhood. Sina Gholinejad’s cyber antics cost the city $19 million, proving that crime doesn’t pay unless you’re a ransomware developer. Now, he’s facing up to 30 years—a serious upgrade from coding in his basement to a federal cell.
Hot Take:
Ah, ransomware – the gift that just keeps on giving, whether you want it or not. But this time, the bill has come due for our Iranian friend who thought he could play the Robin Hood of the internet, stealing from the rich (and not-so-rich) and giving to, well, himself. Turns out, life behind bars might not be as glamorous as his cyber escapades.
Key Points:
- A guilty plea was entered by Iranian national Sina Gholinejad for his role in Robbinhood ransomware attacks.
- The attacks targeted U.S. cities including Baltimore and caused over $19 million in damages.
- Key services such as billing and citations were severely disrupted by the attack.
- Gholinejad and his team used sophisticated methods to mask their identities and launder proceeds.
- He faces up to 30 years in prison, with sentencing set for August.
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