DOJ says ransomware gang tapped into Russian government databases

TechCrunchMay 6, 2026
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U.S. prosecutors have revealed that a ransomware gang has infiltrated Russian government databases, contributing to corruption within the government. This access has reportedly enabled the gang's leaders to evade taxes and avoid the military draft, highlighting the intersection of cybercrime and state affairs in Russia.

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