Two U.S. Cybersecurity Experts Sentenced for Insider Ransomware Scheme—What CISOs Need to Do Now
Two former U.S. cybersecurity professionals were sentenced to federal prison on May 3, 2026, for orchestrating a sophisticated ransomware operation that targeted hospitals and critical infrastructure. A third defendant, reportedly cooperating, awaits a July ruling and could face up to 20 years. Prosecutors described a multi-year campaign involving custom ransomware variants, “double extortion” tactics, and…