A hacker pleaded guilty to multiple charges for launching ransomware attacks on U.S. cities, including Baltimore, using the Robbinhood ransomware variant. The attacks caused extensive damage, disrupted public services, and involved international cooperation for the investigation. #Robbinhood #BaltimoreCityHall
Keypoints
- Sina Gholinejad, an Iranian national, was involved in multiple ransomware attacks on U.S. municipalities.
- The Robbinhood ransomware was used to extort payments from victims, causing tens of millions of dollars in damages.
- The 2019 Baltimore attack led to city services being offline and caused $19 million in damages.
- Gholinejad targeted cities in Oregon, New York, and North Carolina until March 2024.
- The investigation involved international cooperation, notably with Bulgarian officials.
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