Ransomware recovery firm #MonsterCloud’s CEO Zohar Pinhasi is accused by the DOJ of defrauding victims by secretly paying attackers for decryption keys, then charging clients much higher fees.

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DOJ Charges MonsterCloud CEO in $19M Ransomware Fraud
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https://nile1.com/doj-charges-monstercloud-ceo-in-19m-ransomware-fraud/
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MonsterCloud’s owner accused of massive fraud — $19M billed while paying ransom secretly. #Ransomware #Cybercrime #MonsterCloud #WireFraud #DataDecryption #SecurityNews https://thedailytechfeed.com/owner-of-monstercloud-hit-with-charges-over-19m-fraud-in-ransomware-claims/

US authorities allege MonsterCloud’s owner told customers he could restore locked files without paying attackers, but secretly paid them and charged much more.…

https://en.hacks.gr/o-idioktitis-tis-monstercloud-katigoreitai-oti-ekryve-apo-pelates-pos-plirone-lytra/

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