Germany arrests Russian suspect accused of leading role in Qilin ransomware

First reported by BleepingComputer at · Updated · 3 sources

Japan's National Police Agency confirmed that a Russian national accused of involvement in Qilin was arrested and extradited to Germany. The suspect is believed to be a leading figure in the ransomware group. Qilin continued attacking victims after his arrest, according to Security Affairs.

  • The extradition occurred earlier this month, according to BleepingComputer.

Covered by 3 publishers within 3 hours of the first report.

Reporting3

BleepingComputer Germany arrests alleged core Qilin ransomware member after extradition · Bill Toulas
The Record Japan confirms arrest of Russian Qilin operative, extradition to Germany
Security Affairs Germany Arrests Suspected Qilin Ransomware Leader After Japan Detention · Pierluigi Paganini

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