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US charges Russian for infecting 80,000 freelancers with malware
September 2, 2026 · BleepingComputer · Severity: HIGH
A California federal grand jury has indicted a Russian national for his role in a phishing campaign that infected thousands of freelancers with TVRAT and DarkVNC malware.
Key Takeaways
- A Russian national was indicted for infecting 80,000 freelancers with malware.
- The phishing campaign used TVRAT and DarkVNC malware to target victims.
- The indictment highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats to remote workers and freelancers.