ShinyHunters Member Detained in Jordan, Reportedly Helping FBI Identify Fellow Hackers

First reported by Cyber Security News at · Updated · 3 sources

The FBI said it has already worked with partners to arrest multiple suspects in the alleged ShinyHunters cyber incident, according to The Economic Times. The bureau declined to comment on a specific arrest or activity abroad, while reports say the detained suspect is helping investigators locate other members of the extortion group.

  • Cyber Security News identifies the suspect as Saif al-Din Khader, allegedly known online as Rey.

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