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US Charges Iranian Nationals for Cybercrimes

September 30, 2024
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US Charges Iranian Nationals for Cybercrimes

U.S. federal prosecutors recently announced criminal charges against three Iranian nationals—Masoud Jalili, Seyyed Ali Aghamiri, and Yasar (Yaser) Balaghi—alleged to be operatives of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). These individuals are accused of participating in a conspiracy to undermine the U.S. electoral process by hacking into the accounts of current and former officials, members of the media, and individuals linked to political campaigns. The Department of Justice (DoJ) claims their actions were part of Iran’s broader strategy to sow discord and erode public confidence in the democratic process, especially following the death of Qasem Soleimani, the former IRGC-QF commander.

According to the DoJ, the trio’s hacking activities date back to January 2020 and involved sophisticated techniques such as spear-phishing and social engineering. They allegedly gained access to non-public campaign documents and emails around May 2024, subsequently engaging in hack-and-leak operations to disseminate stolen materials to media outlets and individuals involved in opposing political campaigns. This alarming breach underscores the persistent threat posed by state-sponsored cyber actors seeking to influence U.S. politics.

The charges against Jalili, Aghamiri, and Balaghi include a range of serious offenses: conspiracy to commit identity theft, aggravated identity theft, unauthorized computer access, and wire fraud, among others. In a coordinated effort to combat this interference, the U.S. State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million for information that leads to the capture of the accused or others involved in similar activities. Additionally, the Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on seven individuals linked to malicious cyber actions against the U.S., reinforcing the government’s commitment to safeguarding electoral integrity.

The indictment reflects a growing concern about foreign interference in American elections, particularly as the next electoral cycle approaches. The Iranian government has denied these allegations, describing them as baseless and maintaining that its cyber capabilities are defensive. Nevertheless, the U.S. government’s actions signal a determined effort to counteract these threats, emphasizing the importance of protecting democratic processes from external influence and ensuring accountability for those who attempt to disrupt the electoral landscape through cyber means.

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  • US Charges Three Iranian Nationals for Cybercrimes and Election Interference
Tags: Cyber crimeCyber NewsCyber News 2024Cyber threatsCybersecurityDepartment of JusticeDoJIranSeptember 2024USA
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