- FBI-Wanted Hacker Arrested: Russian authorities have reportedly detained Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, known by aliases like Wazawaka and Boriselcin.
- Cybercrime Connections: Matveev is linked to major ransomware groups such as Hive, LockBit, and Babuk, responsible for high-profile attacks on critical infrastructure and government agencies.
- Significant Ransom Demand: The Department of Justice alleges Matveev extorted at least $75 million in ransom payments from global victims.
- Notable Attacks: He is suspected of involvement in the 2021 Babuk attack on Washington D.C.’s police and a 2022 Hive attack on a New Jersey healthcare NGO.
- Potential Global Impact: His arrest could disrupt several ransomware groups, but extradition to the U.S. remains uncertain due to geopolitical tensions.
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