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Ransomware Negotiator Was Actually Working for the Hackers All Along
Ars Technica·Sunday, 12 July 2026
A man hired to negotiate with ransomware attackers on behalf of victims was secretly working for the attackers themselves, helping extort the very clients who paid him for help. He has been sentenced to six years in prison. The case exposes a dangerous blind spot in how organisations respond to cyberattacks.
Why It Matters
Indian companies are increasingly targeted by ransomware, and many hire third-party negotiators or consultants when attacked. This case is a warning that the people you trust during a crisis may not always be on your side.
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