WASHINGTON, Oct 28 (Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti) -- United States (US) authorities have sentenced a Ukrainian man to 70 months in prison for his role in ransomware attacks that caused more than US$100 million in losses to multiple entities, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said on Tuesday, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.
World : Ukrainian Man Jailed Over US$100 Mln Ransomware Attacks
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A Ukrainian man was sentenced to 70 months in prison for participating in ransomware attacks that caused over US$100 million in damages to global victims. US authorities also announced a reward for information regarding his alleged co-conspirator.
- Artem Stryzhak received a 70-month prison sentence for conspiracy to commit computer fraud.
- The ransomware attacks targeted approximately 1,500 victims, including hospitals and government entities.
- The US State Department offers up to US$11 million for information on co-conspirator Volodymyr Tymoshchuk.
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