US Cybersecurity Experts Admit to Ransomware Crimes and Face Prison
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Two cybersecurity professionals pleaded guilty to running ransomware attacks using their skills to extort victims, including a medical device company that paid $1.2 million, with plans for sentencing in March. They were involved with the ALPHV BlackCat ransomware group, known for major attacks like on Change Healthcare, and face potential 20-year sentences.
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