Russian hacker faces up to 20 years in prison, following extradition and indictment over US phishing campaign that allegedly infected 80,000 PCs — hacker stole victims' data via remote access

Yahoo • September 2, 2026

Russian hacker faces up to 20 years in prison, following extradition and indictment over US phishing campaign that allegedly infected 80,000 PCs — hacker stole victims' data via remote access yahoo.com

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Russian Hacker Indicted for Massive US Phishing Campaign A Russian hacker has been extradited to the US and faces up to 20 years in prison for a phishing campaign that allegedly infected 80,000 PCs. The hacker used remote access tools to steal sensitive data from victims. The indictment highlights the scale of the attack and the significant number of compromised systems. Law enforcement agencies are emphasizing the importance of combating such cyber threats. The case underscores ongoing international efforts to hold cybercriminals accountable. The hacker's extradition marks a notable collaboration between US and Russian authorities in addressing cybercrime. The current status of the case is pending legal proceedings in the US. 2 sources 31

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Russian hacker faces up to 20 years in prison, following extradition and indictment over US phishing campaign that allegedly infected 80,000 PCs — hacker stole victims' data via remote access

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