By visiting our site, you agree to our privacy policy regarding cookies, tracking statistics, etc.
Apply now for free support from our Cybersecurity Services Centre
Apply for free cybersecurity support
Attend the Ransomware Defence Summer Bootcamp in Amsterdam, June 2026
Attend our free summer bootcamp on ransomware defence
Enroll in the Foundations of Cybersecurity and AI online live course
Learn online about the foundations of cybersecurity and AI
UK national Thalha Jubair (19, aka “EarthtoStar/Brad”) is accused of participating in the “Scattered Spider” cyber-extortion group (aka “Octo Tempest”/UNC3944) that hit at least 120 organizations (~47 in the U.S.) and extorted ~$115 million in ransom. The gang breached companies – including critical infrastructure and even the U.S. court system – via social engineering, data theft and ransomware. A lengthy FBI investigation with UK and European partners unmasked Jubair. His arrest in the UK (for a separate but related UK case) demonstrated strong US–UK coordination.