Armenian man sentenced in US for role in Ryuk ransomware attacks, extortion
( September 23, 2026, 03:01 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Karen Vardanyan, an Armenian citizen extradited from Ukraine to the US, was sentenced to 24 months in prison over his role in Ryuk ransomware attacks and an extortion conspiracy targeting companies throughout the US, including in Oregon, the US Department of Justice said.Statement follows below:...
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