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Canadian Hacker Pleads Guilty to Breaching 165 Companies and Exposing Data of 100 Million People

A 26-year-old Canadian hacker admitted to breaching 165 companies, exposing data of around 100 million people, and demanding ransoms, following a multinational investigation.

Mahbeez Parbeen | | 2 min read

Canadian Hacker Pleads Guilty to Breaching 165 Companies and Exposing Data of 100 Million People
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In Brief

  1. A 26-year-old Canadian hacker breached the data of 165 companies.
  2. Data exposure affected approximately 100 million individuals.
  3. He demanded ransoms and trafficked stolen data online.
  4. International law enforcement led to his guilty plea and is now seeking sentencing.

In 2024, a 26-year-old man from Canada orchestrated an extensive cyberattack compromising sensitive information from over 165 companies worldwide. The breaches exposed data linked to nearly 100 million individuals, causing widespread concern regarding data privacy and security.

The hacker deployed ransomware demands against targeted organizations and facilitated the sale and distribution of stolen data on various cybercrime platforms. His actions triggered a global law enforcement response involving multiple agencies.

Following a coordinated international investigation, authorities apprehended the suspect in Canada. He has since pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to the cyberattacks. Sentencing is scheduled for October 2026. This case underscores the complexities of combating large-scale cybercrime and highlights the importance of international cooperation in enforcing cybersecurity laws.


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