Tag: BlackCat

A former ransomware negotiator has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison. Prosecutors say he secretly helped BlackCat affiliates extract more money from victims. Angelo Martino, 41, worked for a cyber incident response company. His role gave him access to private details about active ransomware negotiations. Instead of protecting clients, he shared that information…

A former ransomware negotiator has received a 70-month prison sentence for helping target U.S. organizations in BlackCat ransomware attacks. Angelo Martino previously worked for incident response company DigitalMint. Prosecutors say he joined ransomware operations while also handling negotiations for victims. The scheme involved two other former negotiators. All three admitted taking part in BlackCat, also…

A shocking BlackCat ransomware attack has led to prison sentences for two cybersecurity professionals. Instead of defending systems, they used their expertise to breach companies and demand ransom payments. Authorities confirmed both individuals played a direct role in multiple attacks. Their actions highlight a growing risk tied to insider threats in the cybersecurity space. Experts…

Two US cybersecurity professionals have pleaded guilty for their involvement as affiliates of BlackCat ransomware, exposing a rare case where defenders crossed into cybercrime. The case highlights how insider knowledge and professional access can be misused to conduct sophisticated ransomware attacks. Prosecutors say the defendants used their expertise to target multiple organizations and extract large…