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Australia Sanctions REvil Hacker

January 23, 2024
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Australia has publicly named and imposed sanctions on Russian hacker Aleksandr Ermakov, a member of the REvil ransomware gang, for his alleged role in a 2022 cyberattack on Medibank, a major health insurer. The attack resulted in the theft of sensitive personal data from 9.7 million customers, including names, dates of birth, medical information, and Medicare numbers. Some of the compromised records were later published on the dark web. This marks the first time Australia has employed cyber sanctions, criminalizing the provision of assets to Ermakov and imposing a travel ban on him, punishable by up to 10 years’ imprisonment.

The Medibank cyberattack, which exposed data of both Australian and international customers, prompted authorities to collaborate with federal intelligence agencies, law enforcement, and international counterparts, including the FBI, NSA, and GCHQ. The investigative efforts involved cooperation with companies such as Microsoft and Medibank. The move to publicly name and sanction Ermakov is seen as a significant blow to his activities, as it not only exposes his identity but also imposes financial consequences. The announcement underscores Australia’s commitment to countering cyber threats and discourages paying ransoms to cybercriminals.

The stolen data, subject to an initial $10 million ransom demand, affected millions of customers. Despite the ransom being lowered to $9.7 million, Medibank refused to pay. Australia has consistently advocated against paying ransoms to cybercriminals, emphasizing the lack of guarantees for data recovery and the increased risk it poses. Investigations into other individuals linked to the cyberattack are ongoing, reflecting the broader efforts to address cyber threats. The announcement signals a proactive stance by Australian authorities in the face of rising cybersecurity challenges and underscores the collaborative nature of international efforts to combat cybercrime.

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  • Australia publicly names and sanctions Russian hacker over Medibank data leak

 

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