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Teen Allegedly Hacks FBI Data, Friend Warns Against It

Teen Allegedly Hacks FBI Data, Friend Warns Against It

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ThreatCluster •October 14, 2026 at 00:08 UTC
  • •Saif al-Din Khader, 17, is suspected of hacking the FBI, affecting all employees.
  • •Adem El Adeb, Khader's friend, warned him multiple times against the hack.
  • •Khader was arrested in Jordan on September 29 and is cooperating with the FBI.

Saif al-Din Khader, a 17-year-old, is suspected of hacking the FBI and stealing personal data, reportedly affecting all employees. His friend, Adem El Adeb, 19, warned him against the hack, stating it would bring severe consequences. The breach is attributed to the ShinyHunters hacking group, with Khader allegedly playing a significant role. The FBI is investigating the incident and has not confirmed the exact scope of the breach, although it is believed to involve sensitive employee data. Khader was arrested in Jordan on September 29 and is cooperating with authorities. El Adeb, formerly known as Pryx, claims to have left cybercrime behind and is starting a cybersecurity business. The FBI has not yet verified the details of the breach, and attempts to contact Khader's family have been unsuccessful.

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2026-09-29
Khader arrested in Jordan
Saif al-Din Khader was taken into custody and is cooperating with the FBI's investigation into the data breach.
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2026-10-09
El Adeb speaks to Reuters
Adem El Adeb shared details about his warnings to Khader and his past involvement in cybercrime.
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2026-10-13
Insurance Journal reports on the incident
Insurance Journal published details about El Adeb's warnings to Khader and the ongoing investigation by the FBI.
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Common questions

What data was stolen?
The stolen data reportedly includes personal information of all FBI employees, but the exact details have not been confirmed.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The FBI is actively investigating the breach, and Khader is cooperating with authorities following his arrest.
What should organizations do to protect against similar incidents?
Organizations should enhance their cybersecurity measures, conduct regular security training, and monitor for unusual activities.