UK arrests ‘Scattered Spider’ teens linked to Transport for London hack
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What’s new: Two teenagers, Owen Flowers (18) and Thalha Jubair (19), have been arrested in the UK for their alleged involvement in the August 2024 cyberattack on Transport for London (TfL). They are believed to be members of the Scattered Spider hacking collective. Flowers faces additional charges related to attacks on U.S. healthcare companies, while Jubair has been charged by the U.S. Department of Justice for multiple cyber fraud conspiracies affecting at least 47 organizations.
Who’s affected
Transport for London, which serves over 8.4 million Londoners, experienced significant disruption due to the cyberattack, affecting internal systems and online services. Customer data, including names and contact details, was compromised during the incident.
What to do
- Review and enhance security measures to protect against similar cyber threats, particularly if operating in critical infrastructure sectors.
- Monitor for any unusual activity or breaches in your systems, especially if linked to public transportation or healthcare services.
- Stay informed about ongoing investigations and updates from law enforcement regarding cybercrime trends.
