Incident Details
A collaborative effort between the Maltese police and the FBI in the United States has resulted in the apprehension of a 27-year-old Maltese individual involved in the distribution of illegal malware on the dark web. The arrest of the suspect took place at his workplace in Gudja on February 7th. Subsequent searches carried out at various locations associated with the suspect led to the confiscation of numerous items relevant to the case. The 27-year-old appeared in court before Magistrate Dr. Giannella Camilleri Busuttil LL.D, on Thursday afternoon to initiate extradition procedures to the United States, where he will be facing charges in an American court after agreeing to extradition. Currently, he is detained at the Correctional Facility in Kordin. Additionally, a Nigerian accomplice based in Nigeria was also apprehended as part of this investigation.
Incident
How Did the Breach Happen?
The infringement happened when the suspect sold unauthorized malware on the dark web.
What Data has been Compromised?
The details of the data exposed in this security incident are not disclosed in the information provided.
Why Did the company's Security Measures Fail?
The details regarding the company's security measures or any potential failed security measures are not included in the information provided.
What Immediate Impact Did the Breach Have on the company?
The information does not specify the direct consequences for the company.
How could this have been prevented?
The information provided does not detail the steps or strategies that can be taken to prevent this breach.
What have we learned from this data breach?
No specific insights into the lessons gained from this breach have been shared in the information provided.
Summary of Coverage
Law enforcement arrested a person from Malta, aged 27, for allegedly selling unauthorized malware on the dark web. The Maltese authorities collaborated with the FBI in apprehending the individual. The accused has agreed to be transferred to the United States for prosecution. Additionally, a Nigerian partner based in Nigeria was also apprehended in relation to the case.