Ukrainian Hacker Jailed for 14 Years, Ordered to Pay $16M in Global Ransomware Crackdown
May 2, 2024
Ukrainian hacker Yaroslav Vasinskyi, known as Rabotnik, sentenced to nearly 14 years in prison.
Vasinskyi ordered to pay over $16 million in restitution for ransomware attacks.
Demanded ransoms totaling over $700 million using Sodinokibi/REvil ransomware.
Targeted high-profile victims, including Miami-based Kaseya.
US government highlights the role of international collaboration in apprehending cybercriminals.
The sentencing acts as a deterrent to ransomware actors by promising justice.
Akira ransomware group accumulated an estimated $42 million from over 250 businesses.
Ransomware attacks in 2023 led to victims being extorted to $1 billion, indicating a rising cyber threat.
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DOJ USAO Logo Northern District of Texas • May 1, 2024
Sodinokibi/REvil Affiliate Sentenced for Role in $700M Ransomware Scheme
The Register • May 2, 2024
REvil ransomware scum sentenced to almost 14 years inside, ordered to pay $16 million
CoinDesk • May 2, 2024
Rabotnik, Affiliate of Ransomware Group REvil, Sentenced to 13 Years in Jail