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A Ransomware Negotiator Was Actually Working for the Hackers the Whole Time
Ars Technica·Monday, 13 July 2026
A man hired to negotiate with ransomware attackers on behalf of victims was secretly working for the attackers, helping them extort his own clients. He has been sentenced to six years in prison. The case highlights a major trust problem in the growing cybersecurity industry.
Why It Matters
Indian businesses increasingly hire third-party cybersecurity consultants during ransomware attacks. This case shows that the people you hire to help you could themselves be a threat.
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