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Two men plead guilty in UK for cyberattacks on Transport for London

Insight.Scmagazineuk • June 24, 2026

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Two British Men Plead Guilty to 2024 Cyber Attack on Transport for London Owen Flowers, 18, and Thalha Jubair, 20, pleaded guilty to hacking Transport for London while they were teenagers. The attack occurred in 2024, and both men admitted to being reckless regarding the consequences of their actions. Their guilty pleas were made in Woolwich Crown Court on June 22, 2026. The specifics of the attack method or tools used were not disclosed in the articles. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about cybersecurity in public transport systems. The case reflects a growing trend of young individuals engaging in cybercrime without fully understanding the implications. The court proceedings are part of a broader effort to address cyber offenses in the UK. 2 sources 19

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