Phishing Kingpin Hooked: Spanish Police Net “GXC Team” Ringleader in Cybercrime Sting!
Spanish police have arrested a 25-year-old, known as GoogleXcoder, accused of running the GXC Team crime-as-a-service operation. This digital mastermind allegedly sold phishing kits and Android malware on Telegram, targeting banks and more. Google’s nemesis lived like a digital nomad, moving homes and using victims’ identities for phone lines.
Hot Take:
Who knew phishing could be more than just a boring email scam? Meet the “GoogleXCoder”, a digital nomad who turned crime into a service with a catchy name and a penchant for playing hide-and-seek across Spain. The authorities finally caught this modern-day Robin Hood, minus the whole “giving to the poor” part. It’s a reminder that while we worry about our grandparents getting scammed on the phone, some folks are out there running full-fledged cybercrime startups!
Key Points:
- A 25-year-old Brazilian mastermind behind the GXC Team CaaS operation was arrested in Spain.
- GoogleXCoder supplied phishing kits and Android malware targeting banks and government entities.
- Cybercriminals engaged with him via Telegram, paying hundreds for his services.
- The operation impacted institutions and individuals across multiple countries, causing millions in losses.
- The arrest led to the seizure of electronic devices and the deactivation of his Telegram channels.