Alleged ShinyHunters member detained in Jordan, reportedly helping FBI

First reported by SecurityWeek at · Updated · 2 sources

The suspect is reportedly cooperating with the FBI. SecurityWeek describes him as an alleged leader known as Rey who is helping identify and locate other members of the extortion group. The Record names Saif al-Din Khader and says the bureau is responding to a breach that exposed employee data.

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SecurityWeek Alleged ShinyHunters Leader Arrested in Jordan · Ionut Arghire
The Record Alleged ShinyHunters member reportedly detained in Jordan, assisting law enforcement

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