Russia jails hacker for two years over cyberattack on local tech company

Summary: A Russian citizen was sentenced to two years in a penal colony for orchestrating a DDoS attack against a local tech company that is part of the nation’s critical information infrastructure, alongside a fine of 500,000 rubles. This case highlights the increasing number of prosecutions related to cybercrimes in Russia, particularly involving local hackers accused of collaboration with foreign entities. Despite these local cases, major prosecutions against significant Russian hacking groups have been slow to progress.

Affected: Local tech company in Russia

Keypoints :

• A Russian man orchestrated a paid DDoS attack and received a two-year prison sentence.
• Russian authorities have reported a rise in cybercrime cases involving local hackers allegedly working with foreign intelligence.
• Major prosecutions against significant Russian hacking groups, like REvil, have been slow, with only some members facing legal proceedings.