Summary: Spanish authorities have arrested an 18-year-old hacker accused of cyberattacks on over 40 organizations, including NATO and the UN. Following his arrest in Calpe, investigators seized electronic devices and linked him to multiple cryptocurrency accounts. The hacker, known online as Natohub, claimed responsibility for data breaches on a cybercrime forum, leading to significant leaks of personal information.
Affected: NATO, United Nations, US Army, International Civil Aviation Organization, Spanish government entities and universities
Keypoints :
- Arrest took place in Calpe, Alicante, Spain.
- Suspect allegedly launched cyberattacks on numerous organizations and leaked sensitive data.
- Hacker claimed breaches on BreachForums, using multiple online identities.
- Investigation revealed more than 50 active cryptocurrency accounts linked to the suspect.
- Data leaks included tens of thousands of records from recruitment databases.
- Natohub’s account on BreachForums was permanently banned following his arrest.
Source: https://www.securityweek.com/hacker-who-targeted-nato-us-army-arrested-in-spain/