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Ukrainian hacker gets four years in US prison over Conti ransomware attacks
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Fusion42 · 11 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
A Ukrainian hacker was sentenced to four years in a US prison for his involvement in the Conti ransomware group, which targeted over 1,000 victims globally, causing substantial financial and operational damage, including to critical infrastructure.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Security: Cybersecurity, and 4 sources have reported it between 11 Sep 2026 and 14 Sep 2026.
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US criminal enforcement against ransomware operators is concretely targeting individuals behind major groups, signalling increased risk for hackers and highlighting your need for robust protection against supply chain threats.
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4 sources · first reported 11 Sep 2026 · latest 14 Sep 2026
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