The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has apprehended the notorious proprietor of a hacker forum responsible for numerous data breaches of Indian businesses and government entities.
The unnamed hacker, an Indian national, is suspected of leading a network of cybercriminals who have conducted a range of malicious activities, including selling stolen credit cards, hacking into corporate networks and defrauding organizations across the country.
The FBI, in collaboration with Indian law enforcement agencies, has conducted a lengthy investigation into the hacker and his associates, culminating in the arrest of the forum owner and several of his top associates.
According to FBI sources, the hacker is believed to have orchestrated a series of data breaches that targeted Indian businesses and government agencies. His network allegedly infiltrated systems belonging to a number of Indian companies and government entities, stealing valuable data and selling it on the dark web.
The hacker is also believed to have been active in other cybercriminal activities, such as using stolen credit cards to purchase goods and services, as well as carrying out phishing attacks against unsuspecting victims.
The FBI has not yet released any details of the alleged mastermind behind the data breaches, but has confirmed that the suspect is in custody and is facing a range of charges.
Law enforcement agencies in India have yet to comment on the arrest, but it is likely that the suspect will face prosecution in the country.
The apprehension of the hacker is a major victory for the FBI and Indian law enforcement in their battle against cybercrime and is expected to have a significant impact on the security landscape in India.