Yemeni Hacker’s Malware Mayhem: 1,500 Microsoft Servers Held for Bitcoin Ransom!
Black Kingdom ransomware mastermind Rami Khaled Ahmed faces U.S. charges for hacking 1,500 Microsoft Exchange servers. His ransom requests were as popular as a soggy sandwich, demanding $10,000 in Bitcoin. Ahmed, currently in Yemen, could face up to 15 years in prison—but at least he won’t need Bitcoin for commissary snacks.
Hot Take:
Looks like the Black Kingdom’s crown has finally slipped! With Rami Khaled Ahmed allegedly behind bars, it’s safe to say his rule over Microsoft Exchange servers is coming to a screeching halt. Let’s hope he doesn’t try to pay his legal fees in Bitcoin!
Key Points:
- Rami Khaled Ahmed, a Yemeni national, is indicted for orchestrating 1,500 ransomware attacks using Black Kingdom.
- The attacks targeted Microsoft Exchange servers, exploiting ProxyLogon vulnerabilities.
- Demanded $10,000 in Bitcoin ransom per victim, ranging from schools to ski resorts.
- Ahmed faces charges of conspiracy and intentional damage to protected computers.
- Faces up to 15 years in federal prison if convicted.
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