DOJ says ransomware gang tapped into Russian government databases

U.S. prosecutors said a ransomware gang fueled Russian government corruption, and allowed the gang’s leaders to avoid paying taxes and dodge the country’s military draft.

May 6, 2026 0

DOJ says ransomware gang tapped into Russian government databases

U.S. prosecutors said a ransomware gang fueled Russian government corruption, and allowed the gang’s leaders to avoid paying taxes and dodge the country’s military draft.

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