Phishing Kingpin Busted: Spanish Police Net the “GoogleXcoder” in Cybercrime Sting!
Spanish authorities have arrested a 25-year-old Brazilian known as “GoogleXcoder,” allegedly leading the “GXC Team,” a Crime-as-a-Service operation. This sophisticated phishing network sold advanced phishing kits and AI tools, causing significant financial losses. The Guardia Civil’s Cybercrime Unit continues to unravel this digital web of deception.
Hot Take:
Breaking news: Spanish authorities have finally caught the real-life Carmen Sandiego of cybercrime! Move over, blue trench coats, and say hello to “GoogleXcoder,” the digital nomad who took the term “phishing” a little too literally. With a name like the “GXC Team,” you’d think they were the latest K-Pop sensation, but alas, they were only making wallets pop… in the wrong way.
Key Points:
- Spanish police arrested a 25-year-old Brazilian mastermind behind the “GXC Team,” a Crime-as-a-Service ring.
- The GXC Team sold phishing kits and malware to cybercriminals globally, leading to millions in losses.
- The group specialized in cloning banking websites and deploying Android Trojans for credential theft.
- Authorities continue to dismantle the group’s network, seizing electronic devices containing critical evidence.
- Investigations are ongoing, with support from international cybersecurity firms and law enforcement agencies.
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