Second Defendant in RedLine Infostealer Case Extradited to U.S.

Hambardzum Minasyan, an Armenian national, was extradited to the U.S. on March 23, 2026, to face charges related to his involvement in the RedLine infostealer malware operation. He appeared in federal court in Austin, Texas, on March 24, 2026, facing three counts: conspiracy to commit access device fraud, conspiracy to violate the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. If convicted, he could face up to 30 years in prison. The RedLine infostealer has been linked to significant data theft, including credentials and financial information, affecting numerous victims globally. The malware operates on a Malware-as-a-Service model, allowing affiliates to conduct their own attacks. Minasyan allegedly managed critical digital infrastructure for RedLine, including servers and cryptocurrency accounts. This extradition follows a broader international effort to dismantle the RedLine network, which was significantly disrupted in October 2024 during Operation Magnus.

Key Points: • Hambardzum Minasyan was extradited to the U.S. to face serious charges related to RedLine. • RedLine infostealer has been used to steal sensitive data from victims worldwide. • The operation is part of ongoing international efforts to combat cybercrime.