ShinyHunters Extorted Boeing Spin-off Prior to Arrests

Krebs on SecurityOctober 7, 2026Threat Intel

A teenager from Amman, Jordan suspected of leading the prolific data theft and extortion group ShinyHunters has been detained and is reportedly cooperating with the FBI to identify other members of the hacking gang.

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ShinyHunters Extorted Boeing Spin-off Prior to Arrests

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