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Aug 18, 2026 at 3:28 PM ET
Iran-linked hackers indicted in data theft scheme
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Federal prosecutors unsealed charges tied to an Iran-based cyber ring accused of stealing 31+ TB of data.
WHO: 17 individuals tied to Iran-based Mabna Institute
WHAT: 14-count superseding indictment alleging massive cyberattacks and data theft from universities and businesses
WHEN: Aug 18, 2026 at 2:27 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: Federal prosecutors unsealed a superseding indictment charging the alleged cyber theft and attacks.
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