Revolut Hackers Publish Client Data and Demand 10,000 Bitcoin Ransom
Hackers who tricked Revolut into disclosing customer records have published sensitive data of high-profile clients and demanded a ransom of 10,000 Bitcoin. The attackers, calling themselves Revolut Smilik, warned on September 14 that they would continue leaking data daily until the payment is made. Revolut confirmed that an unauthorized party impersonated a government agency to obtain information through fraudulent requests. The leaked data includes passports, verification selfies, and financial details. The company has blocked the associated address and notified law enforcement and financial regulators.
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