BreachesApr 20, 2026
British Scattered Spider Hacker Pleads Guilty in the US
British Scattered Spider hacker Tyler Buchanan pleads guilty to corporate hacking, fraud, and crypto theft.
Summary
Tyler Buchanan, a British member of the Scattered Spider threat group, pleaded guilty in US court to hacking multiple companies, committing fraud, and stealing cryptocurrency from individuals. Scattered Spider is a financially motivated cybercriminal group known for targeting high-value victims. This guilty plea represents a significant law enforcement win against the notorious hacking collective.
Entities
Scattered Spider (threat_actor)Tyler Buchanan (threat_actor)