Kuwait apprehends members of international gang after cyberattacks
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Kuwait's authorities have arrested members of a Chinese cybercrime gang responsible for large-scale cybersecurity attacks on telecom towers and banks. Following reports of stolen customer data and funds, the Cybercrime Combating Department identified and apprehended a driver in possession of electronic devices linked to the gang. Additional arrests occurred, revealing a network using counterfeit documents. The Ministry of the Interior committed to enhancing cybersecurity measures to protect citizens' sensitive data, particularly after a prior cyberattack impacted the Health Ministry's systems.
The Ministry of the Interior has confirmed the arrest of a cybercrime gang after they targeted sensitive institutions in Kuwait, stealing customer data and funds.
Authorities seized various electronic devices and tools from the arrested members, who were involved in executing large-scale cyberattacks on telecommunications and financial institutions.
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