threat-intel Court Filing Reveals Windows Device ID Helped FBI Trace Alleged Scattered Spider Hacker U.S. prosecutors have linked an alleged Scattered Spider hacker, Peter Stokes, to a luxury jewelry retailer breach through a persistent Windows device ID. Stokes, a dual U.S.-Estonian citizen, was extradited from Finland and faces charges of conspiracy, computer intrusion, and fraud. The attackers gained access by impe… The Hacker News · Jul 7, 2026 High ESFIUNdevice-idhackerintrusion
threat-intel 'BusySnake' Infostealer Slithers into Critical Infrastructure Networks The threat group Armored Likho, operating under the name 'BusySnake,' has infiltrated critical infrastructure networks across Russia, Brazil, and Kazakhstan. This group is leveraging a sophisticated infostealer to steal… Dark Reading · Jul 6, 2026 High RUBRKZinfostealercritical infrastructurenation-state
threat-intel Two Scattered Spider members plead guilty over cyberattack that crippled London transit Two members of the Scattered Spider cybercrime gang have pleaded guilty to a prolonged cyberattack against London's transport authority, resulting in significant disruption and data exposure. The attack, which occurred i… The Record · Jun 23, 2026 High UKUScyberattacklondondata breach
